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In the heart of Mali’s conflict-ridden Ségou region, a fresh wave of violence has left at least 31 civilians dead and homes reduced to ashes. Military forces and allied militias …

Massacres in Mali’s Ségou region linked to army and allied militias Read More

In the heart of Mali’s conflict-ridden Ségou region, a tragic wave of violence has left at least 31 civilians dead after coordinated attacks by the Malian army and allied militias …

Mali military and allied militias accused of deadly village massacres Read More

Journalists in Niger face legal persecution for fulfilling professional duties The judicial harassment of six journalists in Niger represents a blatant assault on press freedom and the right to information. …

Niger: judicial harassment of journalists threatens press freedom Read More

A critical lack of fuel, triggered by extremist blockades on essential transport routes, is deepening the humanitarian catastrophe in Mali. This shortage is disrupting the daily existence of citizens and …

How a severe fuel shortage is crippling humanitarian aid in Mali Read More

Burkina Faso : top magistrates face justice over alleged corruption breaking news. Le régime du capitaine Ibrahim Traoré has taken decisive action against alleged corruption within the judiciary. A dozen …

Burkina Faso : high magistrates investigated for corruption Read More

The Burkina Faso military junta has taken decisive action against a corruption scandal involving customs officers and magistrates, reigniting national debates on judicial integrity. In a sweeping statement, the National …

Burkina Faso corruption case: military junta targets customs officers and judges Read More

Dr Jean Baptiste Nikiema begins role as WHO Resident Representative in Niger Niamey, November 12, 2025 – Dr Jean Baptiste Nikiema has officially assumed his duties as the new Resident …

New who representative in Niger focuses on health system strengthening Read More

Amnesty International has condemned the two-year prison sentence—including one year with no possibility of parole—imposed on former Mali Prime Minister Moussa Mara, along with a 500,000 CFA franc fine (€762) …

Mali authorities urged to stop silencing dissent and release former pm moussa mara Read More

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) issued a pressing call for international assistance on Friday, highlighting the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Sahel. Currently, nearly 4 million individuals are displaced across …

Urgent plea for the Sahel: UNHCR highlights the plight of four million displaced people Read More

the silent hunger gripping Niger’s urban landscapes The sun dips below the horizon in the outskirts of Zinder, a city in southeastern Niger, casting long shadows over the makeshift market …

Severe economic crisis grips Niger as families face starvation Read More

In Bamako, the capital of Mali, former Prime Minister Moussa Mara stood calmly in a courtroom as judges dismissed his legal team’s request for provisional release. Instead, prosecutors demanded a …

Mali’s crackdown on dissent: former pm faces prison for free speech Read More