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.
Toulouse Football Club, Ligue 1, Football the essential Following the chaotic scenes that led to the suspension of the Nantes versus Toulouse match on Sunday, May 17, the LFP Disciplinary Commission is set to make a ruling. Here’s what we anticipate could happen next. After the disorder, comes the judgment. This past Sunday, May 17, […]
Abagana, the first giraffe calf born within the Gadabedji Reserve, tragically passed away on May 16, 2026. His untimely death, attributed to a swift and severe illness coupled with a lack of appropriate veterinary care, casts a stark light on the persistent medical vulnerabilities threatening one of Niger’s most cherished wildlife and tourism assets. This […]
Arsenal faces burnley in crucial premier league title showdown The Gunners welcome Burnley this Monday, May 18, hoping to take a significant step towards clinching the English championship title. Will Arsenal edge closer to claiming the Premier League title, or will they leave the door open for Manchester City once more? The championship race could […]
The once-niche products of Benin are now making waves on international markets, transforming the nation’s agricultural sector into a powerhouse of premium exports. From the sweet pineapples of Allada to the organic soya beans of the Ouémé Valley and the golden honey harvested in the northern hills, Benin’s farm-to-table treasures are winning over global consumers. […]
Maintaining the relentless pursuit of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table presents an immense challenge for Manchester City. This fixture against Bournemouth is particularly fraught, as the home side, playing their final match of the season at the Vitality Stadium, knows that a single point will secure their place in the Europa […]
Two prominent figures from the former Groupement de Concertation des Acteurs Politiques (GCAP) in Chad, Me Bidi Valentin and Bombay Kelo, have been temporarily released from custody due to serious health concerns. Both were previously handed an eight-year prison sentence. Legal team cites medical necessity for provisional freedom Me Adoum Moussa, one of their defense […]
A bold statement from Paris Centre Mayor Ariel Weil has reignited fierce debates over LGBTQ+ rights in Senegal, drawing global attention to the country’s increasingly restrictive legal landscape. His impassioned op-ed, published amid the International Day Against Homophobia, sharply condemns the Senegalese government’s recent legislative moves and the growing climate of fear for sexual minorities […]
In Chad, opposition figure Succès Masra has now spent a year incarcerated. Following his arrest, the former Prime Minister received a twenty-year prison sentence. This conviction stemmed from a message he disseminated in 2023, which, according to the court, allegedly incited severe inter-community violence in southern Chad two years later. As the head of his […]
education A delegation from Chad studies ICT integration in education at UNESCO Yaoundé The regional Bureau of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for Central Africa is reinforcing its commitment to supporting member states in modernizing their educational systems through strategic partnerships. UNESCO/Abel Winamou From April 20 to 24, 2026, a high-level […]
In recent years, the political landscape across several African nations—particularly within the member states of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—has been dominated by highly symbolic displays. During numerous demonstrations advocating for sovereignty, Russian flags have become ubiquitous in public spaces, accompanied by chants unmistakably aligned with Moscow’s agenda. For a vocal segment of activists, […]
The Ministry of Economy and Finance has repeatedly highlighted the over 261 million West African CFA francs collected by early May 2026 under the Faso Mêbo initiative. Yet, this grassroots fundraising drive is sparking intense debate across Burkina Faso: Is it a genuine collective effort to uplift the nation, or an unspoken form of double […]
The recent detention of prominent political figure Ndiaga Seck has ignited intense discussions across Bamako, with critics questioning the motives behind his arrest. The case, which initially involved allegations of unnatural acts, has now evolved into a highly charged political controversy. Journalist’s remarks fuel political tensions Following comments from a local journalist, Madiambal Diagne, linking […]
