Burkina Faso: high-ranking magistrates face corruption charges

Burkina Faso: high-ranking magistrates face corruption charges News. The administration led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré has announced the discovery of a “widespread network of dishonest officials” operating within the Ouagadougou…

Mali fuel shortage cripples humanitarian aid operations

The acute fuel shortage gripping Mali, exacerbated by a jihadist blockade on critical transport routes, is intensifying the humanitarian crisis in the country. This dire situation is disrupting daily life…

Niger crackdown on journalists violates press freedom rights

Press freedom under siege in Niger as six journalists face judicial harassment On November 2, the judicial police in Niamey, Niger, arrested six journalists in a blatant violation of press…

Global hunger crisis un warns of famine in 16 critical regions

The United Nations has raised the alarm over a worsening global hunger crisis, identifying 16 critical regions at risk of catastrophic famine. In a joint report, the Food and Agriculture…

New who representative in Niger focuses on health system strengthening

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

Mali launches major hospital modernization project with 15 new facilities

President Goïta initiates major healthcare expansion with 15 new hospitals In a decisive move for the nation’s health sector, the President of the Transition, General Assimi Goïta, has officially launched…