Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Congo-Togo leaders strengthen ties at oyo summit

Congo-Togo leaders meet at oyo to boost strategic partnerships Denis Sassou-N’Guesso, President of the Republic of the Congo, welcomed Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Republic, at his official residence in Oyo over the weekend. The high-level meeting underscored a shared commitment to deepening bilateral relations and fostering mutual growth. advertisement During the discussions, both […]

Côte d’Ivoire advances education reform with ‘Pleins Feux’ initiative

In April 2026, the Pleins Feux project was unveiled in Abidjan as a cornerstone of Ivorian education reform. Spearheaded under the leadership of President Alassane Ouattara, this initiative is backed by international partners to optimize the governance of the national education system and enhance the impact of public policies. Its ultimate goal? To sustainably improve […]

Togo faces terrorism: Faure Gnassingbé boosts Koundjoaré operation

President Faure Gnassingbé reviews Togo’s Koundjoaré counter-terrorism operation On 7 May 2026, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of Togo and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, conducted a high-level field visit to the Koundjoaré operation zone in the northern part of the country. This strategic trip aimed to assess ongoing security operations against terrorist threats in […]

Central african republic Chad Cameroon trade forum 2026 boosts regional transit

The Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation, and National Meteorology of Chad, in collaboration with port authorities, is hosting the fifth edition of the tripartite forum between the Central African Republic (CAR), Chad, and Cameroon. Focused on enhancing trade facilitation through Cameroonian ports, the event kicked off on Monday, May 11, 2026, in N’Djamena, under the […]

Cep 2026: government ensures school meals during exams in Benin

The Bénin government has made a strategic move to support primary school pupils ahead of the 2026 Certificat d’Études Primaires (CEP) exams. In a recent directive, Salimane Karimou, the Minister of Pre-Primary and Primary Education, has mandated that school canteens remain operational for students taking the exams from June 1 to 4, 2026. ensuring continuity […]

Chad-car joint force commander aids injured korbol soldiers with urgent evacuation

Chad-car joint force commander aids injured korbol soldiers with urgent evacuation General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor visited two injured Chad-CAR joint force soldiers from Korbol, emphasizing their urgent evacuation to N’Djamena for specialized medical care. In a gesture of unwavering support, Brigadier General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, who commands the joint force of Chad and […]

Diomaye Faye’s growing political independence from pastef coalition

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Senegal’s president, is taking deliberate steps to carve out his own political identity, signaling a notable shift away from the Pastef movement that propelled him to power in 2024. This strategic move, evident in his recent actions and public statements, underscores a broader ambition to consolidate his leadership beyond party affiliations. What […]

Weekly highlights from Burkina Faso may 4 to 10 2026

The week of May 4 to 10, 2026, in Burkina Faso was packed with significant events spanning culture, security, economy, diplomacy, and institutional progress. Here’s a recap of the most notable developments that captured public attention. Cultural milestones and artistic recognition One of the week’s standout moments was the 25th edition of the Kundé d’Or, […]

Mali’s touareg conflict: addressing unmet demands for lasting peace

Security conditions in Mali have deteriorated sharply since late April 2026, marked by well-coordinated assaults on multiple cities that resulted in the deaths of the Defense Minister, Sadio Camara, and numerous Malian soldiers. These incidents reflect a wider surge in violence against state institutions and military forces throughout Mali over recent years. Having studied West […]

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