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.
For years, accessing medical care in Burkina Faso was a distant dream for many families. Financial barriers stood tall between patients and life-saving treatments, turning healthcare into a privilege rather than a right. But on March 13, 2024, the government took decisive action by slashing medical examination fees and eliminating deposits for dialysis in public […]
Mali’s diphtheria surge: a public health crisis amidst humanitarian challenges Santé The disease is accelerating at an alarming rate. Since mid-September, Mali has been grappling with a rapid outbreak of diphtheria, a preventable infection thriving amidst a fragile healthcare system, persistent supply shortages, and increasingly restricted humanitarian access. By early December, official reports indicated over […]
On a crisp December morning in Cotonou, the political landscape of West Africa witnessed a dramatic turn of events. On December 7, a group of mutineers stormed national television, declaring they had overthrown Patrice Talon, the President of Bénin. Yet, by the end of the day, the attempted coup had been thwarted, thanks to the […]
The AES alliance—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—is advancing its joint defense strategy after a series of military coups between 2020 and 2023 brought authoritarian juntas to power. These governments, rooted in sovereigntist policies, have distanced themselves from Western influence in favor of new international partnerships. key meetings and strategic initiatives Mali’s transitional leader, Assimi […]
Le Général d’Armée Assimi Goïta, Président de la Transition au Mali et de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES), a officiellement lancé la Force unifiée de l’AES (FU-AES) lors d’une cérémonie à Bamako. Cette initiative marque une étape cruciale pour les juntes militaires du Mali, du Burkina Faso et du Niger, réunies en sommet […]
The objective for Morocco is crystal clear: they must secure the title. Having waited nearly half a century for a Africa Cup of Nations trophy, Moroccan supporters are losing their patience. Following their historic run to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar—where they eventually fell to France—the natural progression for the Lions […]
The National Anti-Corruption Week for 2025 officially began on December 9, 2025, in Bamako, Mali. The launch event was presided over by Mamoudou Kassogué, the Minister of Justice and Human Rights. This annual initiative, designed to raise public awareness about anti-corruption efforts, maintained the impactful theme from the previous year: “Uniting with youth against corruption: […]
Why childhood vaccination in Burkina Faso is a lifesaving choice In Burkina Faso, mothers like Nadège Thiombiano understand the power of prevention. Living in Fada N’Gourma, she ensures her 13-month-old daughter, Mouzaratou, receives every recommended vaccine, including those against polio. For Nadège, vaccination isn’t just a routine—it’s a promise to protect her child from preventable […]
The Sahel region is witnessing a dangerous escalation in economic warfare as militant groups extend their reach beyond traditional strongholds, reshaping conflict dynamics across West Africa. Once confined to the arid expanses of the central Sahel, violent extremist organizations are now penetrating coastal nations, creating a volatile corridor from Mali to Nigeria. This strategic shift […]
Understanding the recent coup attempt in Benin The political landscape in West Africa has been increasingly volatile, with multiple nations experiencing instability in recent years. The Bénin, a country known for its democratic traditions, recently faced a significant challenge to its constitutional order. On Sunday morning, eight military officers appeared on national television, declaring the […]
The United Nations and its partners are urgently calling for $5.1 billion to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in West and Central Africa, part of a broader $33 billion global appeal for 2026. The funds aim to support 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across the region. With over 42 million people projected to […]
West and Central Africa faces severe humanitarian crisis in 2026 As the world gears up for the 2026 global humanitarian appeal totaling $33 billion, the United Nations and its partners are urgently calling for $5.1 billion to support 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across West and Central Africa. This funding is critical to […]
