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
Read MoreCivilians 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
Read MoreBrussels 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
Read MoreAfrican 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
Read MoreEscalating 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
Read MoreWomen 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
Read MoreFighting 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
Read MoreMali 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
Read MoreBurkina 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
Read MoreDiphtheria 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
Read MoreBurkina 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
Read MoreMali 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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