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While the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) now grapples with internal friction, reportedly sparked by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s recent bonuses, a mere two months ago, the organization displayed remarkable cohesion. This unity emerged following a […]
Ouagadougou – After a distinguished four-year tenure as the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Burkina Faso, Dr. Seydou Coulibaly is preparing to depart the nation. His mission has been defined by an innovative approach, […]
In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces renewed scrutiny. As households endeavor to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a striking disparity in fuel costs has emerged at […]
Mali The unified anti-jihadist command, comprising forces from Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, executed “intensive aerial campaigns” across Malian territory. This coordinated response followed severe assaults by al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadists and Tuareg separatist factions, as confirmed […]
A state funeral was held on Thursday in Mali for the nation’s former defence minister, Sadio Camara. This solemn event not only symbolized national mourning but also signaled a potentially significant shift in Mali’s political […]
Ulf’s view The Moscow-supported military administration in Mali is currently battling for its existence following a coordinated offensive by jihadist factions and Tuareg insurgents. This assault tragically resulted in the death of the defense minister […]
Football enthusiasts had high hopes for the highly anticipated clash between Atlético de Madrid and Arsenal at the Metropolitano Stadium on April 29. Yet, what unfolded was a tightly contested encounter that ended in a […]
The sporting world awaits the Tribunal Arbitral du Sport’s final verdict regarding the contentious Sénégal-Maroc final. However, one undeniable truth remains: the entire saga could have been managed far more effectively, preventing the escalation to […]
After a thrilling draw, the Sénégal women’s national football team will face Tunisie in a critical double-header for the Olympic Games LA28 qualification. The highly anticipated fixtures are scheduled for October 2026 as part of […]
Au Niger, le maillage sanitaire de la région de Maradi s’étoffe grâce aux actions du PIDUREM. L’inauguration de nouveaux centres de santé intégrés (CSI) de type II, situés à Maradi et Tessaoua, représente une avancée […]
Activist Kemi Seba, whose real name is Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, remains detained in South Africa following a court decision to deny his bail application. On April 29, the Johannesburg judiciary upheld his continued […]
Mali football federation ends Tom Saintfiet’s tenure as national coach The Mali national football team has concluded its collaboration with Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet, as announced by the Malian Football Federation (Femafoot) this week. The […]