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.
Just under two months ago, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) demonstrated remarkable solidarity. This unity emerged following a contentious ruling by the appeal jury of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which stripped the Lions of Teranga of their African champion title, subsequently awarding it to Morocco. In response to this decision, the federation rallied […]
Senegal’s football academies: the new talent pipeline for the 2026 world cup The scorching sun of Dakar beats down on the synthetic turf of CICES, where an unusual hive of activity buzzes under the midday sky. Away from the hustle of VDN, Be Sport Academy pulses with energy on this Wednesday afternoon. Fifteen-year-old Souleymane tightens […]
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, observed this past Sunday, May 3rd, a deeply concerning reality emerges: in the West African region, the act of reporting news has transformed into an endeavor fraught with peril, often requiring extraordinary courage. Following the ascension of military administrations, nations such as Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso […]
Dr Seydou Coulibaly’s transformative four-year leadership at WHO Burkina Faso 02 mai 2026 Ouagadougou – After an impactful four-year tenure at the helm of the World Health Organization (WHO) representation in Burkina Faso, Dr. Seydou Coulibaly is preparing to conclude his mission. His leadership has been distinguished by an innovative approach, unwavering commitment to public […]
A palpable sense of alarm now permeates Northern Mali. Within a mere few days, the nation’s security paradigm has undergone a dramatic shift. Following the symbolic fall of Kidal, armed factions have pressed forward with rapid advancements, while the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has initiated an unprecedented political maneuver, advocating for the […]
Stepping onto the vibrant streets of Dakar, a subtle sense of apprehension lingered. The reason? The recent Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final. This significant football match, as widely discussed, had unfortunately become a source of friction, seemingly straining the long-standing Morocco Senegal relations. While anecdotal, the sentiment of a rift was palpable. Amadou, a […]
As May 2026 unfolds, the delicate equilibrium of purchasing power across West Africa faces renewed pressure. Amidst persistent inflationary trends compelling households to safeguard their savings, a stark divergence in fuel pricing has emerged at service stations, notably between Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin. Côte d’Ivoire: The Paradox of a Producing Nation Following a quarter of […]
Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, has issued a stern warning to national teams ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. His message comes in the wake of the intense African Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Senegal and Morocco, where controversial refereeing decisions […]
Mali The governments of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, united as the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), confirmed late Thursday that their joint anti-jihadist forces executed “intense air campaigns” within Malian borders. This decisive action followed recent assaults by Tuareg separatists and jihadist groups affiliated with al-Qaeda. Over the preceding weekend, Mali experienced its most […]
West Africa Trade Hub / News / Mali Holds State Funeral For Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara / May 01, 2026 at 06:00 Mali Holds State Funeral For Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara Author Kabiru Sadiq I’m Kabiru Sadiq, a Nigerian financial expert with more than 30 years of experience advising on capital markets, public sector strategy, and risk across […]
The April 25 coordinated assault across Mali marked more than just another chapter in the nation’s decade-long conflict. It signaled a critical turning point. Islamist militants and Tuareg separatists launched simultaneous strikes on military outposts and vital towns, seizing the strategically vital northern city of Kidal from Russian-backed government troops. Their operational reach now extends […]
Insights The military government in Mali, supported by Moscow, faces an existential struggle following a combined offensive by jihadist and Tuareg forces that resulted in the defense minister’s death and compelled Russian mercenaries to withdraw from the northern regions. This escalating instability fuels concerns about a potential surge in migration towards Europe and the rapid […]
