The JNIM and the strategic challenges of jihadist growth outside the Sahel

This seminar is hosted by the Africa: Citizenship, Violence, and Politics research group at CERI in collaboration with the Africa Programme. Since it was founded in 2017, the al-Qaeda-linked Jama’at…

Sudan-Chad border tension and its impact on N’Djamena

The escalating conflict in Sudan has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis, with nearly a million people fleeing into neighboring Chad. The fall of El-Fasher in North Darfur has intensified the…

Military coups in africa: how african juntas turn against their civilian allies

Burkina Faso’s political shutdown: a case study in post-coup power consolidation On January 29, 2026, Burkina Faso’s military government under Captain Ibrahim Traoré formally dismantled all political parties, including those…

Burkina Faso makes historic progress against malaria in 2025

The Burkina Faso has reached a significant milestone in its fight against malaria, a disease the nation aims to eliminate by 2030. In 2025, the country recorded an unprecedented drop…

Burkina Faso cuts medicine prices by up to 72% to improve healthcare access

Burkina Faso slashes medicine prices in landmark health reform The Government of Burkina Faso has announced a historic reduction in the cost of essential generic medicines and medical supplies, with…

African union summit: why coup leaders gaining electoral legitimacy is troubling

The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: silencing the guns and vowing to reject unconstitutional power shifts. But how credible is this commitment when those responsible for…

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…

Jihadist brutality in Niger: civilians massacred in the Tillabéri region

A devastating new wave of violence has struck Niger, leaving a community in mourning. On January 18, militants linked to the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) carried out…

Us influence in the Sahel: Morocco as a strategic partner amid shifting alliances

united states quietly strengthens its Sahel strategy through pragmatic engagement The Sahel is witnessing a subtle reshaping of geopolitical alliances, with Europe’s gradual withdrawal from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger…

Solar energy boosts healthcare in Niafounké, northern Mali

Solar Energy Revolutionizes Healthcare in Niafounké, Northern Mali In the Tombouctou region of northern Mali, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has equipped Niafounké Hospital with a cutting-edge solar power system. This…

Mali drops in global corruption ranking for 2025

In the latest Transparency International rankings for corruption perception, Mali has slipped one position, dropping from 135th to 136th place globally. This decline places the country behind regional neighbors Niger…

Corruption : le nouveau classement révèle des reculs

corruptionAfrique Corruption : le nouveau classement révèle des reculs Sandrine Blanchard | Alexa Meyer 10/02/202610 février 2026 Transparency International publie son nouvel Indice de perception de la corruption, qui évalue…