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.
Bamako – To mark World Health Day 2026, themed “Unite for Health. Support Science,” the World Health Organization (WHO) is highlighting the work of dedicated professionals using scientific advancement to transform lives across the African Region. Dr. Bintou Dembélé, a physician and public health specialist, has spent years at the forefront of the fight against […]
Tensions remain high following the conclusion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, with the controversial decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeals Committee still drawing sharp criticism. On March 17, the committee awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory by administrative decision, overturning Senegal’s 1-0 win on the field. In response, the […]
Mali’s post-coup leadership has repositioned the country as a sovereign actor on the global stage, moving away from traditional Western partners while forging new ties with countries like Russia and the UAE. This strategy, marketed as a reclaiming of national autonomy, has instead revealed the limitations of transactional partnerships in fragile states. Despite diversifying alliances, […]
Nearly three months after the initial events, the CAN 2025 final continues to fuel significant controversy. On January 18 in Rabat, Senegal initially secured a 1-0 victory against Morocco after extra time. However, on March 17, the Confédération africaine de football (CAF) overturned this result, ultimately awarding Morocco a 3-0 win by forfeit. To justify […]
The nation of Benin embarked on a pivotal democratic journey this Sunday, April 12, 2026, as citizens cast their ballots in the first round of the presidential election. This crucial electoral event ushers in a new political landscape, marking the conclusion of President Patrice Talon’s tenure and setting the course for Benin’s future. The atmosphere […]
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security cooperation amid rising Sahel instability Rabat and Nouakchott deepen military ties with a focus on border security, counterterrorism, and organized crime amid growing regional fragility Introduction to security cooperation The strengthening of defense collaboration between Morocco and Mauritania emerges as a strategic response to escalating regional instability across the Sahel, […]
Military governments across the Sahel region—specifically Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—are forging a new security and political alliance, progressively distancing themselves from traditional Western partners. Russia is playing a pivotal role in shaping this emerging bloc, actively capitalizing on the diminished influence of the United States and its allies. Through strategic military collaboration, arms shipments, […]
The controversy surrounding the continental football crown is far from settled. While the CAF officially awarded the championship title to Maroc via an administrative ruling two months after the CAN 2025 final, Sénégal is currently challenging this move at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS). Amidst this legal battle, a prominent member of the […]
Actualités Calendrier/Résultats/Classement Buteurs Passeurs Algérie Maroc Tunisie Côte d’Ivoire Sénégal CAN 2025 CAF president’s visit to Dakar amid CAN 2025 controversy 08/04 13:50 Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Mail messenger Nearly a month after the African Football Confederation (CAF) stripped Senegal of its CAN 2025 title in favor of Morocco, CAF President Patrice Motsepe arrived in […]
football african cup of nations CAF president Patrice Motsepe arrives in Dakar as Senegal reacts to 2025 CAN title reversal Patrice Motsepe has led CAF since 2021 CAF president Patrice Motsepe visits Dakar this Wednesday, nearly a month after the governing body stripped Senegal of its 2025 African Cup of Nations title in favor of […]
The Senegalese Football Federation has finally received the reasoned decision from the CAF Appeals Jury, paving the way for an appeal before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). After three weeks of uncertainty, this decision enables Senegal to challenge the CAF’s ruling that awarded Morocco the CAN 2025 title by default. CAF appeal decision […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) made headlines three weeks ago when it stripped the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from Senegal, awarding hosting rights to Morocco instead. This decision followed the controversial final whistle in the AFCON 2024 final in Rabat on January 18th. Understandably, the Teranga Lions refused to accept this outcome. […]
