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.
Following a relatively subdued transfer period last year, Paris Saint-Germain is expected to become significantly more active in the coming weeks. The capital club anticipates considerable movement, with both incoming and outgoing transfers on the horizon. Among the players whose departure is widely discussed, the future of attacking midfielder Kang-In Lee remains a key point […]
International Economy Swiss accounts cast shadow over Gabon’s political finance scrutiny Libreville, July 3, 2026 — While condemnations echo in Gabon’s capital, an international financial investigation has quietly escalated into a new battleground in the Sylvia Bongo case. Geneva, London, and Libreville are now at the center of scrutiny as Swiss authorities probe millions in […]
Economy Gabon: why tackling high cost of living won’t happen in supermarkets Editorial Team July 3, 2026 116 No comments Libreville — For years, the fight against rising living costs has dominated public discourse across Africa. In Gabon, this issue has escalated into a central concern, as soaring prices continue to strain household budgets. To […]
Burkina Faso makes a bold strategic pivot with Russian language in classrooms The government of Burkina Faso has taken a decisive step in reshaping its international alliances by approving a decree that mandates the inclusion of Russian language studies in the national school curriculum starting next academic year. While authorities frame this initiative as a […]
Cotonou witnessed a groundbreaking launch this month as Bénin Tourisme, EuroCham, and LuxDev unveiled Les Nouveaux Chefs, a visionary initiative set to redefine the country’s culinary landscape. By merging elite training, heritage preservation, and professional integration, this collaborative project aims to position Bénin’s gastronomy as a cornerstone of economic growth and tourism development across all […]
The Gabonese government has launched the Compagnie Nationale de Transport (CNT), a strategic merger between Trans’Urb and SOGATRA, marking a transformative step toward a modern, reliable, and accessible public transport network. Spearheaded by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, this initiative goes beyond mere reorganization—it embodies a forward-thinking vision focused on optimizing resources and elevating the […]
In Burkina Faso, the political landscape continues to raise questions, particularly regarding the inner workings of the most critical decision-making circles. Over the past weeks, the prolonged absence of Commander Oumarou Yabré, head of intelligence services, has sparked widespread commentary both in political circles and on social media. Despite no official explanation being provided, this […]
Libreville is grappling with an unprecedented water shortage that has escalated into a full-blown hydric emergency. Residents endure days without running water, while long queues form at the few remaining distribution points. The scarcity has driven up the price of water sold in plastic jugs across working-class neighborhoods, with locals comparing the situation to the […]
Eastern DRC: UN mission stands ready to support ceasefire monitoring James Swan, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of MONUSCO The United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) has reaffirmed its readiness to support ceasefire monitoring efforts in eastern DRC. This announcement follows a high-level meeting between James […]
N’Djamena — The 2026 baccalaureate results in Chad have stirred mixed emotions across the nation. While some students celebrate their hard-earned success, others face disappointment as their academic aspirations are momentarily halted. Yet, setbacks like these should serve as motivation rather than discouragement. Chad’s 2026 baccalaureate: key figures and trends The National Office for Higher […]
Cotonou raid dismantles Vodjè crime hub, wanted soldier nicknamed Alòtrò This week, the Republic of Benin’s Republican Police launched a major crackdown in the heart of Cotonou, targeting a notorious crime hotspot in the Vodjè district. The operation, carried out with precision, led to the dismantling of a long-standing criminal network operating under the radar. […]
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) joined Cameroon in marking the International Mother Language Day celebrations on February 27, 2026, in Nanga-Eboko. The week-long event highlighted the importance of linguistic diversity and multilingual education across the country. The 27th edition of the observance was themed “Youth Voices for Multilingual Education”, emphasizing the […]
