Burkina Faso releases journalists and activists unlawfully conscripted
Unlawful conscription of media professionals and activists in Burkina Faso In early July 2025, authorities in Burkina Faso released five journalists and a human rights activist who had been forcibly…
Drépanocytose in Niger: early detection and care save lives
Drépanocytose in Niger: early detection and care save lives What if a simple blood test before marriage could transform countless lives? In Niger, this question isn’t hypothetical—it’s a lifeline. The…
Combating sickle cell disease in Burkina Faso with dr. gloria damoaliga berges
Dr. Gloria Damoaliga Berges: A strong voice for people with sickle cell disease in Burkina Faso Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso — Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects approximately 4.63% of the population…
Escalating sexual violence in Mali’s displacement camps and conflict zones
As instability and forced displacement persist across central and northern Mali, women face increasingly severe risks of gender-based violence, a United Nations agency has warned. The UN agency dedicated to…













