The Sahel has slipped from global headlines, yet its crises rage on unabated. While international attention shifted to conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza and the Congo, the decade-long security and political turmoil in the Sahel has only deepened. The region, once perceived as a manageable challenge, now stands as the globalContinue Reading
Niger faces twin threats of polio and Covid-19 outbreaks As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to strain healthcare systems, Niger is grappling with a resurgence of polio, highlighting the dual public health challenges facing the West African nation. Niger reports new polio cases amid ongoing Covid-19 response Converging health crises inContinue Reading
cholera outbreak in Burkina Faso begins with first confirmed cases Burkina Faso has officially declared a cholera outbreak following the confirmation of multiple cases in the eastern region. Health authorities confirm outbreak Share Burkina Faso is facing a concerning public health situation as health officials have confirmed the country’s firstContinue Reading
The growing threat of dengue fever in Mali Mali faces a new health challenge following recent security tensions in the north, with the emergence of dengue fever cases across several regions. Health authorities monitoring the situation Share Health services in Mali are on high alert as dengue fever, a debilitatingContinue Reading
strengthening Mali’s healthcare system for better access to care Launching the first health month reflects the Malian government’s commitment to improving healthcare access amid ongoing challenges. Healthcare access in Mali remains uneven, with the 2012 security crisis further straining an already fragile system. Vulnerable groups—including young children, pregnant women, andContinue Reading
dengue outbreak in Burkina Faso: rising cases and health responses Since January, Burkina Faso has been grappling with an unprecedented dengue fever outbreak, transmitted by mosquitoes, which has claimed 214 lives. The capital, Ouagadougou, and Bobo-Dioulasso, the country’s second-largest city, are the hardest-hit areas, as reported by the Burkinabè government.Continue Reading
Is a revival of Covid-19 vaccination efforts underway in Mali? Mali is struggling to meet its Covid-19 vaccination targets, with coverage rates far below expectations. Despite national health authorities setting a goal to immunize 70% of the population aged 12 and above, current data shows only about 8% have receivedContinue Reading
Niger faces growing cholera crisis as cases surge in Maradi and Zinder Health authorities are on high alert as over 600 cholera cases have been reported in Maradi and Zinder regions over recent weeks. Current outbreak details and impact The latest cholera surge in Niger has been fueled by heavyContinue Reading
Hôpital Au Mali, l’accès aux soins reste un défi Au nord du Mali, l’accès aux soins de base – particulièrement pour les femmes et les enfants – reste une préoccupation majeure. Par Barou Dembélé Mis à jour le 25/06/2025 Partager L’accès aux soins de santé reste critique pour les Maliennes. LaContinue Reading
UN warning: gaza, haiti, Sudan, south Sudan, and Mali face extreme hunger alert 16 juin 2025 Aide humanitaire Gaza, Haiti, Sudan, South Sudan, and Mali have been designated as regions on maximum alert, facing the most critical risk of food insecurity for their populations. The United Nations issued a starkContinue Reading
Burkina Faso’s escalating displacement crisis: thousands flee violence Jihadist group violence has forced almost 230,000 individuals to abandon their homes in Burkina Faso since the beginning of this year, humanitarian organizations have warned. They underscore that the security situation continues to profoundly impact children and their families throughout this CentralContinue Reading
Human rights organizations are urging the Niger authorities to release Moussa Tiangari, a prominent civil society activist and human rights defender, immediately. The call comes amid growing concerns over the misuse of terrorism charges to silence dissenting voices in the country. Click to expand Image On December 3, 2024, plainclothesContinue Reading