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.
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, a 36-year-old military leader, now commands Burkina Faso from the Koulouba palace, having seized power and abolished democratic elections. In a recent two-hour session with six journalists, the young captain presented a positive assessment of his administration. He claimed significant progress: the army was reclaiming national territory, industrial output was rising, gold […]
In Burkina Faso, a stark divergence exists between the official narrative presented by Captain Ibrahim Traoré and the grim realities meticulously documented by human rights organizations. At 36, Traoré, who ascended to power without electoral mandate and subsequently dissolved democratic processes, frequently addresses the public and press from the Koulouba palace, painting an optimistic portrait […]
Click to expand Image Escalating violence in Burkina Faso: a crisis of war crimes and crimes against humanity The Burkina Faso military, alongside allied militias and an Al-Qaeda-linked armed group, has killed over 1,800 civilians and forcibly displaced tens of thousands since 2023. The junta itself perpetrates severe abuses, fails to hold any side accountable, […]
Sports Why did Senegal lose the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title? The CAF reversed its decision to award the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title to Senegal, reassigning it to Morocco after an appeal. This unprecedented move raises questions about overturning an already completed competition result and what to expect from the appeal filed […]
Sixteen civilians were tragically killed on Friday in Banibangou, a district in western Niger, following an armed assault that shattered a period of relative calm in the region. The attack occurred near the border with Mali, a hotspot for jihadist activity. The violence unfolded in the Tillabéri region, an area plagued by persistent security threats. […]
The internet is in an uproar following the release of several audio recordings attributed to Pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba. These recordings, whose authenticity is currently the subject of heated debate, suggest direct collusion between the leader of Urgences Panafricanistes and power circles in Niamey, aimed at destabilizing several states within the sub-region. Exchanges with Grave […]
During the second session of the Algeria-Niger Grand Joint Commission, both nations reaffirmed their dedication to intensifying cooperation in the healthcare sector. This initiative is part of a long-term strategic vision aimed at establishing a sustainable and effective partnership, according to a recent statement from the Ministry of Health. On the sidelines of this high-level […]
The Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, presided over a ceremony at the Hôpital Général de Référence in Niamey to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team’s presence in Niger. Over the past five decades, various medical cohorts from China have worked on Nigerien soil, offering their specialized knowledge and […]
Le traitement chinois du tarif douanier zéro « arrive à point nommé » pour les pays africains en quête d’équité commerciale, selon un expert nigérien à la Chambre de commerce (interview) 5 mai 2026
The World Bank has committed $150 million through an International Development Association (IDA) credit to ensure the sustained delivery of critical health and education services across Mali. This crucial funding addresses the significant climatic, security, and economic challenges the nation has faced in recent years. The Emergency Access to Essential Services Project in Mali will […]
Share Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on LinkedIn Share Executive summary Following a series of military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, press freedom in the three Sahel countries has witnessed an increasingly downward trend. Independent journalism faces threats from both regime authorities as well as broader insecurity in the region from […]
The inaugural National Forum on Health Financing (FONAFIS) in Burkina Faso, which commenced on March 25 under the patronage of Burkinabe Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo in Ouagadougou, concluded its proceedings on March 27. This high-level gathering brought together prominent political figures, both local and international experts, alongside technical and financial partners (TFPs). Their […]
