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Following a contentious electoral cycle that saw the ruling Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la Paix (RHDP) secure over three-quarters of parliamentary seats, Côte d’Ivoire stands at a crossroads. President Alassane Ouattara clinched […]
The United States continues to engage in security collaboration with the military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—nations that emerged from recent coups. This ongoing cooperation was confirmed by General John Brennan, Deputy Commander […]
key achievements in Sahel healthcare Between 2018 and 2024, significant progress was made in bolstering healthcare services, yielding these remarkable outcomes: Expanded and Enhanced Health Services: In both Mali and Mauritania, over 5 million individuals, […]
The R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine has become a game-changer in Mali’s battle against one of its deadliest diseases. Following WHO recommendations, the West African nation has implemented an advanced hybrid vaccination strategy in high-risk regions like […]
An armed assault in the village of Bosiye, located in western Niger, has resulted in the tragic loss of 31 civilian lives. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, has left four others in critical condition, […]
From January 23 to February 12, the Halles Saint-Géry in Brussels will host a poignant photographic exhibition focused on the ongoing challenges in Mali. Titled “In Their Eyes,” the event is a collaborative effort by […]
The final of the Africa Cup of Nations turned into a surreal spectacle as Sénégal emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Maroc. A decisive goal by Pape Gueye during extra time allowed the Lions […]
A visual journey into the humanitarian crisis in Mali From January 23 to February 12, the Halles Saint-Géry in Brussels will host a poignant photographic exhibition focused on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Mali. Titled […]
The Union of Journalists of the African Free Press (UJPLA) voices profound concern and strong disapproval regarding the Malian authorities’ decision to prohibit the sale and distribution of Jeune Afrique magazine across the entire national […]
The combination of budget cuts and surging violence is driving millions in West and Central Africa toward a catastrophic food emergency. The World Food Programme (WFP) warns that 55 million people—including over 13 million children—could […]
Six women lost their lives in a devastating collapse at an artisanal gold mine in Kéniéty, Kéniéba district, on Friday, January 9, 2026. This tragedy underscores a harsh truth: extreme poverty drives mothers to risk […]
In Mali, everyday terms like « bonya » (respect), « woro songo » (cola price), or « buru songo » (bread price) often veil a harsh reality: the normalization of petty corruption. These seemingly harmless […]