African union stance on unconstitutional power shifts questioned

The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: silencing the guns and rejecting unconstitutional power changes. But how credible is this commitment? Regional security expert Paul-Simon Handy, representing…

Mali’s health system boosted by 39 gavi-funded 4×4 vehicles

On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Ministry of Health and Social Development in Mali officially received a fleet of 39 robust 4×4 all-terrain vehicles. These crucial additions are specifically allocated…

UN human rights chief calls on Burkina Faso to reinstate political freedoms

Volker Türk, the United Nations human rights chief, has issued a formal appeal to the government of Burkina Faso, urging an end to all restrictions on civic space and a…

Pioneering cervical cancer elimination in Burkina Faso: a grassroots movement

pioneering cervical cancer elimination in Burkina Faso: a grassroots movement Ouagadougou – Awa, a 48-year-old mother of six from Ipendo, located in the Centre-Ouest region of Burkina Faso, recounted her…

Heavy gunfire and explosions reported in Niamey

Residents of the capital of Niger were woken by the sounds of intense blasts and sustained shooting early Thursday morning. The disturbances were concentrated near the international airport in Niamey,…

AES nations grapple with free movement challenges post-CEDEAO exit

The withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO)—intended as a sovereignty move—has inadvertently restricted the movement of people and goods across…

Deadly jihadist attack claims 31 lives in western Niger

A horrendous assault struck the village of Bosiye in western Niger, leaving 31 civilians dead and four others in critical condition. The attack, which unfolded on Sunday, has sent shockwaves…

Brussels exhibition highlights Mali humanitarian crisis

brussels exhibition highlights Mali humanitarian crisis with powerful photographs From January 23 to February 12, seven humanitarian NGOs will present By Mariama Hamani — Analyst

Small gifts and social drama: the normalization of corruption in Mali

The weight of “small gifts” in Malian society In the local languages of Mali, expressions such as “Bonya” (respect), “woro songo” (the price of cola), or “buru songo” (the price…

Healthcare milestones in Burkina Faso 2025: progress and innovations

Burkina Faso’s healthcare system reaches a turning point in 2025 2025 stands out as a landmark year for healthcare in Burkina Faso, despite enduring national challenges in security and economic…

How the unified force of the AES alliance aims to secure the Sahel

Le Général d’Armée Assimi Goïta, Président de la Transition du Mali et de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES), a officiellement lancé samedi à Bamako la Force unifiée de…

Morocco fans set high stakes for CAN 2025 as the nation targets continental glory

The roadmap for the Moroccan national team is definitive: they must secure the trophy or face total disappointment. As the nation anticipates a continental crown that has eluded them for…