A devastating incident occurred on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Kéniéty, located within the Kéniéba circle, where six women lost their lives after being buried in a landslide. This catastrophe underscores a…
Month: January 2026
The hidden cost of small gifts in Mali’s struggle with corruption
Terms like “Bonya” (respect), “woro songo” (the price of cola), and “buru songo” (the price of bread) are common in local languages across Mali. They serve as euphemisms for the illicit “small…
Mali faces persistent challenges in the 2024 corruption perception index
The 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) from Transparency International, released on February 12, 2025, places Mali in 136th position out of 180 nations. With a stagnant score of 28 out of 100,…
Breakthroughs in Burkina Faso’s healthcare system in 2025
2025 has emerged as a landmark year for healthcare in Burkina Faso, demonstrating remarkable progress despite significant national challenges. The healthcare sector has witnessed groundbreaking developments in infrastructure, specialized care, and financial…