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On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day this past Sunday, May 3rd, a deeply concerning situation has emerged: in West Africa, the act of reporting has transformed into a …
Press freedom under severe threat across the Sahel states Read More
Dr Seydou Coulibaly’s transformative tenure at WHO Burkina Faso Ouagadougou – After completing a remarkable four-year term as the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Burkina Faso, Dr. Seydou Coulibaly …
Dr seydou coulibaly’s transformative tenure at who Burkina Faso Read More
The northern regions of Mali are gripped by unease as the country’s security landscape undergoes a dramatic shift. Within days, the balance of power has been upended, with armed factions …
Escalating conflict in Mali as armed groups advance toward Bamako Read More
The moment I stepped into Dakar, I felt a flicker of unease. The Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final was still fresh in everyone’s mind—a rivalry that had festered into …
Football rivalry between Senegal and Morocco: when emotions run high Read More
As May 2026 unfolds, the delicate economic stability across West Africa faces a fresh challenge. Amidst households striving to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges …
Fuel cost disparity: Côte d’Ivoire’s prices exceed Bénin’s despite oil production Read More
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—has executed coordinated aerial operations within Mali in response to a surge of violent attacks linked to al-Qaeda and Tuareg …
Joint anti-terrorism airstrikes in Mali by Sahel alliance Read More
On April 25, Mali witnessed an unprecedented coordinated assault that transcended its decade-long conflict. Islamist militants and Tuareg separatists executed simultaneous strikes on military outposts and civilian hubs, seizing control …
Algeria and the Sahel crisis: why Mali’s instability threatens regional security Read More
understanding the Sahel’s escalating challenges Mali’s military government, supported by Moscow, is facing an existential threat following recent coordinated assaults by jihadist and Tuareg factions. These attacks led to the …
The Sahel’s deepening crisis: why europe must pay attention Read More
In the predawn hours of April 25, a wave of coordinated violence erupted near Kati, a strategic military outpost just 15 kilometers northwest of Bamako, Mali’s bustling capital. The assault …
Rising militant attacks in Mali expose junta security flaws in Sahel Read More
As the nation undergoes a thorough reconfiguration of its external partnerships, Niger has formally accepted a contribution of 20,000 tonnes of fertilizer provided by the Russie. This significant shipment, which …
Niger’s agricultural strategy: integrating Russian aid to foster food autonomy Read More
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has announced the roster of referees chosen for the preparatory training ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations, a pivotal stage before the …
Senegal’s el hadj amadou sy selected for caf u17 referee training ahead of Morocco 2025 Read More
South African judiciary rejects activist’s arguments Activist Kemi Seba, a Franco-Béninois national, remains incarcerated after the South African judiciary ruled on April 29 to deny his release. The court dismissed …
Kemi Seba detained in South Africa amid extradition battle Read More