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.
The Niger Defense Ministry has inaugurated its first training program for defense attachés and military officers, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s military diplomacy and institutional capacity building. Breaking new ground in military diplomacy Under the leadership of State Minister of National Defense General Salifou Mody, the inaugural ceremony took place at the War […]
Accra, Ghana: The president of the Awalé party, Abdourahmane Diouf, has taken on his rival, Ousmane Sonko, in a bold move. In a message published on social media, Diouf called out Sonko for being ‘lazy’ and taking over the Assemblée Nationale without doing his due diligence. Diouf’s statement was a direct response to Sonko’s recent […]
PolitiqueMali L’UA reste aux côtés du Mali face aux défis sécuritaires Nafissa Amadou 13/07/202613 juillet 2026 En visite à Bamako, le président de la Commission de l’Union africaine réaffirme son soutien au Mali, malgré la suspension du pays de l’organisation en 2021. Copier le lien Le président de la Commission de l’Union africaine (UA) est arrivé […]
The head of the African Union (AU) Commission concluded a landmark visit to Bamako this weekend, delivering a clear message: Bamako isn’t alone in its fight against escalating security threats. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, AU Commission President, emphasized the bloc’s unwavering solidarity with Mali, despite the country’s suspension from AU activities since the 2021 political transition. […]
The Central African Republic’s forestry ministry is warning the government and private companies to comply with tax clearance regulations after they adopted controversial tactics from the Russian mercenary group Wagner. Ministers of Economy and finance have been urging businesses to pay taxes on timber sales, but so far, many have refused, citing lack of transparency […]
The recent criticism of Ousmane Sonko towards President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has sparked strong reactions in the Sengalese political landscape. Minister Dr Abdourahmane Diouf, who is also a member of Pastef, has strongly criticized the attitude of the party’s leader, denouncing an « intellectual vacuum » that poses a serious problem to the country’s democracy. […]
Key appointment reshapes Senegal’s constitutional landscape The presidency has confirmed the appointment of Ousmane Diagne as the new president of Senegal’s Constitutional Council, replacing the late Mamadou Badio Camara. The announcement, made through a presidential decree, marks a significant shift in the country’s highest judicial body. From justice minister to constitutional guardian Ousmane Diagne, a […]
Urban development Libreville’s urban renewal: balancing order and social realities By Editorial team July 13, 2026 98 No comment Libreville, July 13, 2026 — The ultimatum issued by Mayor Eugène M’ba on July 10 is reaching its deadline. In a matter of hours, the operational phase of the anti-insalubrity and illegal public space occupation campaign […]
Chad N’Djamena court rules out criminal liability in surgical death case A N’Djamena court acquitted a surgeon accused of involuntary manslaughter after a patient died during surgery, while imposing a civil fine of 50,000 CFA francs. N’Djamena, July 13, 2026 – The High Court of N’Djamena delivered its ruling today in a case involving a […]
President Tshisekedi calls for restraint in mining tax enforcement The Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi has instructed fiscal authorities to curb aggressive tax recovery measures against mining companies, warning that such actions could deter foreign investment in the sector. The directive follows a recent cabinet meeting in Kinshasa, where the president highlighted concerns […]
How Spruce Pine’s Quartz Powers the World’s Digital Future In the heart of North Carolina’s Appalachian Mountains, an unassuming quartz mine is quietly fueling the global digital economy. Rising 800 meters above sea level, the Spruce Pine deposit has become a linchpin for industries that underpin modern connectivity, from smartphones to supercomputers. This mineral, once […]
Politics Senegal’s president slams Sonko’s confrontational approach Coalition defends President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s leadership amid Sonko’s escalating rhetoric The rift between Senegal’s presidential camp and National Assembly leader Ousmane Sonko has deepened following his latest inflammatory remarks during a political rally in Mbacké. In an official statement released on July 13, 2026, the Coalition Diomaye […]
