Category: A la Une
The escalating suppression of information in the Sahel
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, observed on May 3rd, a concerning reality emerges: across West Africa, the act of reporting has transformed into a perilous, if not
Read MoreEscalation of conflict in northern Mali as armed groups advance toward the capital
A profound sense of urgency is gripping northern Mali as the nation’s security landscape undergoes a rapid and dramatic transformation. Following the symbolic capture of Kidal, various armed factions are
Read MoreFuel prices in west africa: ivory coast vs Benin disparity in 2026
The economic landscape of West Africa is undergoing a significant adjustment in May 2026, as households grapple with persistent inflation while fuel prices at the pump reveal stark contrasts between
Read MoreThe Sahel crisis: a growing concern for european stability
a regional perspective The military administration in Mali, supported by Moscow, is currently under severe pressure, contending with its very existence following a combined offensive by jihadist factions and Tuareg
Read MoreNiger’s agricultural aid dilemma: russian fertilizer and national sovereignty
In the midst of a sweeping realignment of its diplomatic alliances, Niger has officially taken delivery of a shipment of 20,000 metric tons of fertilizer originating from Russia. This consignment,
Read MoreHow Algeria’s alliance with Imam Mahmoud Dicko reshapes Mali’s future
Northern Mali: a strategic battleground under new pressure Mali is grappling with an escalating security crisis, marked by a surge in deadly attacks that have claimed the lives of hundreds
Read MoreSouth African court upholds detention of Kemi Seba pending extradition review
The Franco-Béninese activist Kemi Seba will remain in custody following a decisive ruling by the South African judiciary. On Wednesday, April 29, the court dismissed the defense’s arguments for release,
Read MoreRussia’s expanding role in Mali’s security challenges
Russia’s growing influence in Mali’s security landscape Mali faces escalating security threats as armed groups intensify attacks across the country, prompting international scrutiny of Russia’s expanding military footprint in the
Read MoreMali attacks: What next for the junta after shock of rebel offensive?
What next for Mali’s military leaders after shock of rebel offensive? 7 minutes ago ShareSave Add as preferred on Google Makuochi Okafor,BBC Africaand Mohamed Ibrahim,BBC Arabic AFP via Getty Images
Read MoreUnderstanding the Jnim threat in Mali and the Sahel
what is the Jnim and why does it pose a threat to Mali and the Sahel? The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (Jnim), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadist group, is tightening its grip
Read MoreCentral Sahel: millions of children face an escalating humanitarian crisis
The Central Sahel region continues to grapple with a critical humanitarian situation. Across Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, an estimated 7.5 million children are in dire need of urgent assistance,
Read MoreTHE CALL FOR RESPONSIBILITY: Why Pretoria Can No Longer Shelter the Pyromaniac Kemi Séba
As evidence of the conspiracy against the Beninese State continues to mount, attention now turns to South Africa. The authorities in Pretoria must urgently open their eyes to the true
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