Mali’s hybrid malaria vaccine strategy: a breakthrough in kayes and Mopti

Mali has achieved a major milestone in its fight against malaria. By introducing the R21/Matrix-M vaccine, endorsed by the WHO, the regions of Kayes and Mopti are pioneering an innovative

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Civilians killed in violent armed assault in western Niger

An armed assault in the remote village of Bosiye, located in western Niger, has left a tragic toll. At least 31 civilians were killed, while four others remain hospitalized with

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Brussels exhibition reveals Mali’s humanitarian crisis through powerful images

Seven leading humanitarian organizations are bringing a compelling photographic exhibition to Brussels, offering an unfiltered view of the Mali humanitarian crisis. Titled In Their Eyes, the display runs from January

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African press union condemns Mali’s ban on Jeune Afrique magazine

The Union of Journalists of the Free African Press (UJPLA) has voiced its deep concern and strong disapproval following the Malian authorities’ decision to prohibit the sale and distribution of

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Escalating hunger crisis in west and central africa demands urgent action

Violent conflicts and severe budget cuts are pushing millions across West and Central Africa to the brink of a catastrophic food crisis. The World Food Programme (WFP) warns that nearly

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Women in Mali’s artisanal mines face deadly risks to escape poverty

Tragedy struck on January 9, 2026, in Kéniéty, Kéniéba district, claiming the lives of six women buried in a mine collapse. Behind this heartbreaking incident lies a harsh truth: extreme

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Fighting the “small gift” culture: the social impact of corruption in Mali

Mali‘s local languages are rich with euphemisms like “Bonya” (respect), “woro songo” (the price of cola), or “buru songo” (the price of bread). These terms often serve as a linguistic

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Mali remains in a difficult position in the 2024 corruption perceptions index

Mali remains in a difficult position in the 2024 corruption perceptions index The most recent Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2024, issued by Transparency International, places Mali at 136th out

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Burkina Faso healthcare breakthroughs in 2025: milestones in 2025

Burkina Faso’s healthcare milestones in 2025: a year of transformation In 2025, Burkina Faso’s healthcare system reached a pivotal moment, demonstrating remarkable resilience and progress despite ongoing security and economic

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Diphtheria surge in Mali amid worsening humanitarian crisis

Diphtheria cases surge in Mali amid ongoing humanitarian crisis Since mid-September, Mali has faced a rapid upsurge in diphtheria cases, a preventable yet deadly infectious disease. The outbreak is worsening

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Burkina Faso’s healthcare reform: making vital care accessible to all

For countless Burkinabè, accessing healthcare has long felt like an unattainable luxury. The stark reality was that medical care often remained out of reach due to exorbitant costs and prohibitive

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Mali faces a growing diphtheria threat as humanitarian challenges mount

A dangerous health emergency is unfolding across Mali. Since the middle of September, the nation has been grappling with a swift surge in diphtheria cases. This infectious disease, which is

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