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.
Internal party dispute leads to exclusion of prominent PPA-CI figures The Parti des peuples africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), led by former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo, has barred several high-ranking party officials and activists from attending its inaugural ordinary congress scheduled for May 14-15, 2026 in Abidjan. The decision follows their refusal to comply with the party’s […]
Matar Ndiaga Seck, a close associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC) following an arrest warrant issued in Linguère. The detention stems from an ongoing probe into the arrest of 22 individuals in the Djoloff region on suspicion of involvement in unnatural acts. Investigators claim […]
From subsistence to success: Benin’s bold agricultural transformation Since 2016, Benin has undergone a profound agricultural revolution. A government-led strategy combining generous subsidies, rapid mechanization, and strategic land development has catapulted the sector to historic highs. From cotton to pineapple, maize to soybeans, agriculture now drives national growth and secures food supplies across the country. […]
Ousmane Sonko convenes strategic gathering to consolidate political alliance Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party, has summoned key members of his political leadership for a crucial meeting this Friday, May 15, 2026, at his residence in the Keur Gorgui district. Scheduled for 6:00 PM, the gathering comes at a pivotal moment for […]
As expected, Laurent Gbagbo has secured his leadership of the Parti des peuples africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) once again. On May 14, party insiders predicted his uncontested reelection, and the May 15 congress in Treichville’s cultural palace delivered exactly that. With only one candidate in the running and Gbagbo absent from the opening session, […]
Urgent meeting convened at Ousmane Sonko’s home in Dakar Political tensions rise in Dakar as Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef, calls an emergency gathering of party officials at his residence in Cité Keur Gorgui this evening at 6 PM. The unexpected meeting has sparked widespread speculation about the upcoming political agenda, particularly as the party […]
french citizen detained in Senegal over homosexuality amid legal crackdown share share whatsapp linkedin email messenger today, 4:52 pm read in app Véran Escoffier share French authorities are closely monitoring the case of a French national detained in Senegal on February 14 for alleged unnatural acts, following the recent passage of a stringent anti-homosexuality law […]
Mali: JNIM blockade in Bamako triggers urgent calls for civilian protection The capital of Mali, Bamako, has been under a djihadist-imposed blockade since April 30, orchestrated by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM). The situation has escalated into a humanitarian concern, drawing sharp condemnation from Amnesty International over the severe disruption […]
In a meeting held on Thursday in N’Djamena, Chadian Prime Minister Allamaye Halina warmly received Abdelkader Djellaoui, Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, during a two-day working visit to Chad. The encounter centered on strengthening bilateral ties and celebrating Algeria’s influential role on the African stage. The Chadian head of government expressed deep […]
Laurent Gbagbo retains PPA-CI leadership in Côte d’Ivoire Former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has been confirmed at the helm of the Parti des peuples africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) following its inaugural ordinary congress. Despite earlier indications of a potential withdrawal, his enduring leadership continues to energize supporters, even as the party navigates a challenging […]
The silence of Moscow speaks volumes, revealing more about its weaknesses than any official statement. When Caracas shook to its core in early 2026 following a large-scale U.S. military intervention and the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, Russia’s response was nothing short of puzzling. A nation that once touted itself as Venezuela’s steadfast defender against […]
The Olympique de Marseille (OM) faces Stade Rennais in a decisive Ligue 1 finale, where victory could secure a Ligue Europa Conference berth for next season. The stakes couldn’t be higher as Marseille must win at the Stade Orange Vélodrome to leapfrog Rennes into the top five. The Phocéens arrive at this critical juncture with […]
