Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
When Paris Saint-Germain unveiled Matvey Safonov’s arrival last summer, few anticipated the impact the Russian goalkeeper would have. The 20 million euro signing from Krasnodar wasn’t just another backup option; it became a catalyst for a strategic shift in recruitment. Now, sporting director Luis Campos is doubling down on Russian talent, with two more young […]
The National Bureau of Land Freight in Chad (BNFT) has joined forces with counterparts in Cameroon and the Central African Republic to ink a landmark digitalization pact for Central African trade corridors by 2030. This strategic alliance aims to revolutionize how goods move across borders by introducing digital solutions that streamline transit procedures. The three […]
ID4Africa 2026: Abidjan to host Africa’s digital identity leaders in may Abidjan is set to host the 7th annual ID4Africa General Assembly from May 12 to 15, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions de Port-Bouët. The conference will focus on the theme “Digital Identity: From Public Digital Infrastructure to Public Digital Ecosystems”. The event brings […]
Bénin’s top officials pitch industrial transformation at Africa Forward forum The Director General of SIPI-BENIN S.A, Létondji Beheton, and the Managing Director of CDC Bénin, Maryse Lokossou, recently highlighted the country’s industrial and financial blueprint at the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event in Kenya. Organized under a joint initiative by the governments of […]
The synchronized assaults by the Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA) on April 25, 2026, marked a pivotal strategic shift in Mali, unprecedented since 2012. By striking simultaneously across key locations including Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, and Sévaré, these groups exposed the critical vulnerabilities of a security […]
In a strategic move to modernize its border management capabilities, the government of Bénin, in collaboration with the United States, has achieved a significant milestone. The Hillacondji border post is now equipped with the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS), a cutting-edge technological framework designed to enhance the security and streamline the flow of […]
April 26, 2026, will forever be etched as a somber date in Mali’s history. On this day, Kidal, a city Bamako had envisioned as a symbol of its resurgent power, tragically reverted to rebel control. Yet, the profound shock wasn’t solely the military defeat; it was the extraordinary conduct of Russia’s Africa Corps (the former […]
The relationship between Senegal and Botswana is entering an exciting new phase. In a significant diplomatic exchange, Presidents Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Duma Boko have affirmed their shared commitment to cultivating deeper economic cooperation between Dakar and Gaborone. Both leaders, having recently assumed power following distinct political transitions, share a common perspective on the African […]
Following the withdrawal of French forces from Operation Barkhane and the conclusion of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), Mali embarked on a significant strategic reorientation towards Moscow. This partnership is now epitomized by Africa Corps, an entity directly affiliated with the Russian Ministry of Defense. However, after several years of […]
The Paris Saint-Germain has unveiled plans to broadcast the Champions League final against Arsenal FC live at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, May 30. The announcement was made through an official club statement, which also teased an unforgettable atmosphere for the event. The Parisian club emphasized the historic significance of the venue, describing the […]
In Burkina Faso, the transitional authorities have implemented significant restrictions on civil society, resulting in the suspension of 811 associations and the dissolution of 118 others since mid-April. These actions are attributed to the
Military operations force Boko Haram retreat from Lake Chad region Jihadist fighters from Boko Haram have abandoned multiple strongholds along the shores of Lake Chad following coordinated aerial strikes and ground operations conducted by forces from Chad, Nigeria, and Niger, according to local testimonies and a Nigerian security source. Intense airstrikes target jihadist hideouts Since […]
