Vaccin VPH au Mali: protection révolutionnaire contre le cancer du col de l’utérus
vaccin VPH au Mali: protection révolutionnaire contre le cancer du col de l’utérus Le Mali a franchi une étape historique en novembre 2024 en intégrant le vaccin contre le virus
Read MoreUrgent call for Burkina Faso to uphold human rights during ACHPR review
Click to expand Image The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) is preparing for a pivotal assessment of Burkina Faso on October 23, 2024. Observers emphasize that the
Read MoreBurkina Faso faces a grave human rights crisis two years after the military takeover
The transitional administration in Burkina Faso is currently at a standstill, with the restoration of constitutional governance appearing increasingly remote. Despite their early pledges, the military leaders who seized control
Read MorePolitical tensions in Benin after thwarted coup attempt
political tensions in Benin after thwarted coup attempt Recent arrests in Bénin of three prominent figures, including a high-ranking military officer and a close ally of President Patrice Talon, have
Read MoreNiger: a year of human rights challenges under military administration
Click to expand Image A year after seizing control through a coup, Niger’s military authorities have systematically suppressed opposition, independent media, and peaceful dissent, according to a joint statement released
Read MoreWho is Kémi Séba, the pan-african influencer linked to russian propaganda
Who is Kémi Séba? From controversial activist to social media phenomenon In Francophone Africa, Kémi Séba stands as a polarizing figure—a militant panafricanist, a viral social media star, and a
Read MoreWorld bank boosts Mali’s health system resilience with new funding
WASHINGTON, June 28, 2024 – The World Bank has greenlit a significant credit of $100 million from the International Development Association (IDA)*. This vital funding is earmarked to bolster Mali’s efforts
Read MoreMilitary regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger suppress dissent amid growing unrest
From hope to repression: how military juntas in the Sahel are tightening their grip Across Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, a wave of repression is sweeping through nations once hailed
Read MorePress freedom under threat in Niger as journalists face detention
Amnesty International has warned that media independence in Niger is currently in jeopardy, as the transitional administration continues to intimidate and arbitrarily detain reporters covering the nation’s ongoing security challenges
Read MoreAu Mali, la répression s’intensifie contre la société civile
Au Mali, la récente dissolution d’une association étudiante par le ministre de l’Administration territoriale illustre une tendance préoccupante : le durcissement de la répression gouvernementale contre la liberté d’association. Le
Read MoreWest african nations exit ECOWAS: human rights at risk
The imminent withdrawal of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) raises serious concerns about the future of human rights protections for citizens
Read MoreNiger’s post-coup authorities jeopardize fundamental freedoms
Since the military takeover on July 26, 2023, Nigerien authorities have arbitrarily detained numerous former government officials and suppressed critical media along with peaceful dissent, according to recent reports from
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