UNHCR urges global action for the escalating Sahel humanitarian crisis
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for robust international support to its operations in the Sahel region. Currently, nearly four million individuals are displaced across Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and neighboring nations. This alarming figure represents an increase of approximately two-thirds over the past five years, primarily driven […]
Read MoreHuman rights crisis in Niger after 2023 coup amid un scrutiny
This critical assessment, prepared ahead of Niger’s upcoming Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in April-May 2026, examines the country’s compliance with international human rights obligations following the 2023 political upheaval. The evaluation specifically addresses key concerns raised during Niger’s prior UPR, including unlawful detentions, arbitrary arrests, the plight of human rights defenders, and the erosion of […]
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Niger’s generational economic crisis: a struggle for survival
Niger is currently grappling with one of the most severe economic and security crises in its recent history. The nation finds itself caught between the relentless threat of armed groups and the profound diplomatic isolation resulting from the junta, led by Abdourahamane Tiani. In this challenging environment, mere survival has transformed into an act of […]
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Mali’s crackdown on free speech: moussa mara faces prison for dissent
Click to expand Image In Bamako, the capital of Mali, former Prime Minister Moussa Mara stood calmly in court on Tuesday as judges denied his legal team’s request for provisional release. Instead, prosecutors pushed for a two-year prison sentence—highlighting the military junta’s ongoing crackdown on political opposition and dissent in the country. Moussa Mara, who […]
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Sahel states withdraw from international criminal court: impact on justice and victims
Sahel states withdrawal from the international criminal court: a setback for victims and global justice The Global Initiative Against Impunity (GIAI), a coalition of leading human rights organizations including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), Coalition for the International Criminal Court (CCPI), Redress, Trial International, and Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice (WIGJ), has strongly […]
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WHO support boosts health NGO efforts in Mali amid crisis
WHO strengthens partnerships with health NGOs in Mali Since 2012, the World Health Organization (WHO) has led coordination efforts for health partner interventions in Mali. In 2025, the country faces severe humanitarian challenges, with 6.4 million people—nearly 28% of the population—requiring urgent assistance. The humanitarian response plan remains critically underfunded at just 8.5%, with only […]
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Empowering midwives in Mali to save lives and change futures
Transforming lives through skilled midwives in Mali Bamako — « I was too embarrassed to discuss contraception. In my community, it’s still a taboo topic. I feared judgment or gossip if I spoke openly about it, » shares Kadidia, a 19-year-old resident of Bamako. Like many young women in Mali, Kadidia faces significant social, cultural, […]
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The lasting impact of russian mercenary operations in Mali
When the notorious Russian private military company, the Wagner Group, announced its withdrawal from Mali earlier this year, it publicly declared via social media that its “mission was accomplished.” However, the reality stands in stark contrast to this claim. Over three and a half years, the group engaged in counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations, yet its […]
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Notre intervention au Burkina Faso – Action contre la Faim
Nos opérations Burkina Faso Depuis 2008 Nos opérations Burkina Faso Chiffres clés Population:23 548 781 PIB par habitant:987,3 Indice de développement humain:186 / 193 Volume opérationnel:23 165 251 Personnes soutenues:1 238 398 Espérance de vie:61 ans Équipe:367 Burkina Faso Lieux d’intervention 1. Bobo-Dioulasso 2. Dori 3. Fada N’gourma 4. Ouagadougou 5. Ouahigouya 6. Tenkodogo Depuis […]
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Mali: un alarming rise in repression and suspended elections
Mali: un alarming rise in repression and suspended elections International concerns are mounting over the deteriorating situation in the Republic of Mali. The United Nations Human Rights Office has issued a stark warning regarding the suspension of elections and the escalating crackdown on civil society. Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has […]
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Mali faces growing authoritarianism and rights violations under junta rule
Mali faces growing authoritarianism and rights violations under junta rule In a stark warning to the international community, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has raised serious concerns about the deteriorating political landscape in Mali. The situation has taken a troubling turn under the leadership of General Assimi Goïta, whose administration has systematically […]
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Burkina Faso criminalises same-sex relationships with harsh penalties
Burkina Faso enacts stringent anti-LGBTQ+ legislation On September 1st, Burkina Faso’s transitional legislative assembly passed a controversial anti-homosexuality law that criminalizes consensual same-sex relationships. Under this new legislation, individuals convicted of homosexuality face up to five years in prison and substantial fines, marking a significant setback for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender rights in the […]
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