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Tensions between the international community and the military administration in Niger, which established control in 2023, show no signs of easing. The head of the junta has expressed gratitude toward Russia for its tactical assistance during a recent strike on the airport in Niamey. Simultaneously, he explicitly accused the heads of state of France, Bénin, […]
Intense gunfire and explosions rock Niamey Residents of Niamey, the capital of Niger, were jolted awake by loud explosions and sustained gunfire in the early hours of Thursday. According to a Reuters journalist on the ground, the disturbances began nearly an hour prior and persisted until at least 00:12 GMT. A video circulating on X […]
Nigeria’s widening security crisis and forgotten humanitarian emergency Recent months have seen Nigeria thrust back into international headlines as escalating violence—spanning school kidnappings, entire village attacks, and worshippers snatched from churches and mosques alike—has intensified. The crisis reached a new geopolitical dimension when the United States launched Christmas Day airstrikes against jihadist positions in northern […]
The withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger from the ECOWAS was presented as an assertion of sovereignty, yet it has inadvertently complicated cross-border travel for citizens and goods within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). While the move aimed to distance these nations from regional policies, it has created new hurdles for mobility across […]
Burkina Faso’s health budget commitment for 2026 sets a UEMOA benchmark Within the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), one nation is distinguishing itself through a significant pledge to public health. For the upcoming 2026 fiscal year, Burkina Faso is poised to allocate an impressive 11% of its entire national budget to healthcare initiatives. […]
Transformative Health Outcomes in the Sahel From 2018 to 2024, substantial advancements were achieved in healthcare across fragile communities in the Sahel, particularly within Mali and Mauritania. These initiatives yielded impressive results, detailed as follows: Expanded and Enhanced Health Services: In Mali and Mauritania, fundamental healthcare access was extended to over 5 million individuals, with […]
The United States continues to engage in security cooperation with the military-led governments of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), despite years of strained relations. This stance was confirmed by General John Brennan, Deputy Commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM), who highlighted ongoing collaborative efforts against terrorism in the region. a pragmatic approach amid shifting […]
Mali’s bold step forward in malaria prevention with the r21/matrix-m vaccine Mali has taken a groundbreaking leap in its fight against malaria by introducing the R21/Matrix-M vaccine, endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). This initiative, supported by global health partners, is transforming malaria prevention strategies in two key regions: Kayes and Mopti. Through a […]
An appalling assault struck the village of Bosiye in western Niger on Sunday, leaving 31 civilians dead and four others fighting for their lives in critical condition. The attack, suspected to be carried out by armed militants, underscores the escalating violence plaguing the region. violence surges in Niger’s ‘three borders’ area The village of Bosiye, […]
An urgent visual narrative is set to unfold in Brussels from January 23 to February 12, as seven leading humanitarian organizations join forces to present “In Their Eyes”, a compelling photographic exhibition at Halles Saint-Géry. This powerful showcase aims to shed light on Mali’s escalating humanitarian emergency, which has left over 6.4 million people in […]
The Union of Journalists of the Free African Press (UJPLA) has voiced strong condemnation and deep concern over Mali’s decision to ban the sale and distribution of the Jeune Afrique magazine nationwide. According to the UJPLA, this move represents a serious infringement on press freedom, freedom of expression, and the fundamental right of Malian citizens […]
A catastrophic humanitarian emergency is unfolding across West and Central Africa, where a combination of escalating violence and severe budget reductions is threatening millions. The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a stark warning: approximately 55 million people could face critical hunger this summer, with over 13 million children among those most vulnerable. This crisis […]