Nigeria’s escalating violence and overlooked humanitarian crisis
Nigeria’s escalating violence and overlooked humanitarian crisis Recent months have seen a surge in abductions of schoolchildren, coordinated assaults on entire villages, and violent attacks targeting worshippers in churches and mosques. These incidents have thrust Nigeria back into the global spotlight, particularly after the United States launched airstrikes on Christmas Day against jihadist positions in […]
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Free movement in west africa after Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso leave ECOWAS
The withdrawal of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was intended as a bold assertion of sovereignty. Yet, it has inadvertently disrupted the free movement of people and goods across the region. Travelers and traders now face mounting challenges, particularly at border crossings where administrative hurdles persist. […]
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Burkina Faso leads health budget in UEMOA with 11% allocation in 2026
UEMOA: Burkina Faso allocates 11% of public spending to health in 2026 The Burkina Faso is setting a new standard in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA). In 2026, the country will dedicate 11% of its total public expenditure—equivalent to 388 billion West African CFA francs—to the health sector, out of a national […]
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Healthcare systems in Sahel’s vulnerable communities improving access
Key achievements in health system strengthening Between 2018 and 2024, significant progress was made in expanding and enhancing healthcare services across vulnerable Sahel regions. Here’s a closer look at the most impactful results: Expanded and enhanced primary healthcare Broader access to essential services: In Mali and Mauritania, over 5 million people—half of them women—gained access […]
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Us maintains security ties with Sahel alliance despite tensions
The United States is continuing its security cooperation with the military-led governments of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—despite years of strained relations. This stance was confirmed by General John Brennan, Deputy Commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM). In a recent statement, Brennan acknowledged ongoing collaboration, including intelligence sharing to […]
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How the r21/matrix-m vaccine is transforming malaria prevention in Mali
Mali is making significant strides in its fight against malaria by introducing the R21/Matrix-M vaccine, endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). In the regions of Kayes and Mopti, a groundbreaking hybrid vaccination strategy is being tested, combining age-based dosing with seasonal administration to maximize protection for children. Mali’s bold step: integrating malaria prevention into […]
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Deadly jihadist attack leaves 31 civilians dead in western Niger
a devastating assault strikes a Niger village near borders of Burkina Faso and Mali A horrific attack struck the village of Bosiye, located in western Niger, on Sunday, resulting in the tragic loss of 31 civilian lives. Four additional victims remain hospitalized in critical condition, according to local sources. escalating violence in the Tillabéri region […]
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Brussels exhibition highlights humanitarian crisis in Mali
Brussels Humanitarian crisis in Mali: Brussels exhibition reveals untold stories through photography 19 Jan 2026 at 11:20•1 min Share An impactful photography exhibition titled “In Their Eyes” will open in Brussels from January 23 to February 12 at the Halles Saint-Géry. Organized by seven leading humanitarian NGOs, the event shines a light on the deepening […]
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Ujpla denounces Mali’s ban on jeune afrique magazine
The Union of Journalists of the Free African Press (UJPLA) voices its profound concern and strong disapproval following the Malian authorities’ decision to prohibit the sale and distribution of Jeune Afrique magazine across the entire national territory of Mali. The UJPLA regards this measure as a severe infringement upon press freedom, freedom of expression, and […]
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West africa hunger crisis: millions face famine as violence and budget cuts escalate
West Africa Hunger Crisis: Millions Face Famine as Violence and Budget Cuts Escalate The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warns that 55 million people across West and Central Africa are at risk of critical famine this summer, including over 13 million children. Escalating violence and severe budget cuts have plunged entire communities into a […]
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Women in Mali mines face deadly poverty and risks
Six mothers lost their lives in a tragic mining collapse this past January in Kéniéty, a district of Kéniéba. Behind this devastating loss lies a harsh truth: extreme poverty that forces women into daily life-or-death gambles for survival. Why women risk everything in Mali’s gold mines The perilous conditions women endure on these unstable gold-panning […]
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Mali – Corruption : petits présents, un mal, drame social – Ouestaf.com
Le fil OuestafMali Mali – Corruption : petits présents, un mal, drame social publié par FD 09/01/2026 Partager Facebook X WhatsApp À LIRE CAN 2025 : ambiance polluée par du deepfake 29/03/2026 Le lac de Guiers fournit-il plus de 50 % de l’eau potable consommée dans la région de Dakar ? (Fact-checking) 10/03/2026 Éducation : est-il exact […]
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