The escalating crisis for press freedom in the Sahel states

In the lead-up to World Press Freedom Day, the situation for independent journalism across West Africa, particularly within the Sahel region, is profoundly concerning. In Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso…

A transformative four-year tenure: dr. seydou coulibaly’s legacy at who Burkina Faso

a transformative four-year tenure: dr. seydou coulibaly’s legacy at who Burkina Faso Ouagadougou – After a distinguished four-year period leading the World Health Organization (WHO) representation in Burkina Faso, Dr.…

Mali faces escalating threats from islamist groups and separatists

Northern Mali under siege: a rapid offensive reshapes the security landscape Panic has gripped the northern regions of Mali as the country’s fragile security equilibrium collapses within days. Following the…

Senegal Morocco football rivalry and hidden tensions

Setting foot in Dakar for the first time, I couldn’t help but feel a flicker of unease. The reason? A single word: CAN. You know the story—this tournament’s final has…

West African fuel costs: a comparative analysis of Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin

In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces renewed challenges. As households endeavor to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges…

Gianni infantino issues strict world cup warning on team walk-offs

gianni infantino issues strict world cup warning on team walk-offs As the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, draws nearer, FIFA President Gianni Infantino…

Sahel states alliance launches joint air campaigns in Mali

Mali The tri-nation anti-jihadist coalition, known as the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), which includes Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, conducted extensive aerial operations within Malian territory. This decisive action…

Mali’s state funeral for ex-defence minister sadio camara and its implications

Mali’s state funeral for ex-defence minister Sadio Camara and its implications Mali recently held a state funeral for former Defence Minister Sadio Camara, a pivotal figure in the country’s military…

Sahel crisis deepens as Mali faces militant surge and Algeria’s security dilemma

On April 25, a synchronized assault unfolded across Mali, marking a turning point in the nation’s prolonged instability. Islamist fighters and Tuareg separatists launched simultaneous strikes on military bases and…

The Sahel crisis: why europe must pay attention

a european perspective Mali’s military administration, supported by Moscow, is facing an existential threat following a coordinated offensive by jihadist and Tuareg factions. This assault resulted in the death of…

Mali’s junta under fire as militant surge exposes security failures in the Sahel

Mali’s junta under fire as militant surge exposes security failures in the Sahel On April 25, shortly before dawn, the tranquility of Kati — a strategic military outpost 15 kilometers…

Niger’s food aid dilemma: balancing sovereignty with russian support

The strategic significance of Russian fertilizer aid for Niger Amidst a fundamental realignment of its diplomatic relationships, the Niger has received a substantial shipment of 20,000 metric tons of fertilizer…