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The Central Sahel region continues to grapple with a severe humanitarian emergency. Across Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, an estimated 7.5 million children are in urgent need of aid. This critical situation persists despite some advancements observed in health, education, and civil registration services. UNICEF urges global action for Sahel’s children Following a 14-day mission […]
Following years of deep-seated instability and conflict, intensified by a jihadist insurgency and successive coups in 2020 and 2021, Mali has once again descended into a violent armed struggle with potentially far-reaching consequences. On Saturday, April 25, a major offensive was launched by Touareg rebels from the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA) in coordination […]
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has until May 7 to submit its defense to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) regarding the controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final dispute. This deadline marks the initial legal window granted to the federation after the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) filed an appeal with the […]
The fall of Kidal, a historic Tuareg stronghold recaptured in 2023, delivers a crushing blow to Russia’s military ambitions in Mali. Once hailed as a showcase of Vladimir Poutine’s African strategy, the Africa Corps now faces a humiliating withdrawal, further tarnishing Moscow’s image of regional power. a strategic retreat under rebel pressure On April 26, […]
The military leadership in Bamako is currently facing a dire security challenge as Tuareg insurgents, working alongside jihadist groups, launch coordinated strikes across the nation. In a startling turn of events, Russian military units—who stepped in to replace French forces—reportedly abandoned the strategic northern city of Kidal without engaging in combat. Recent footage reveals Russian […]
Following the synchronized terrorist strikes targeting Mali, a significant declaration was issued by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the current leader of the Confederation of Sahel States. This message represents far more than a standard diplomatic protest; it signals a profound shift toward strategic unity, asserting that any hostility directed at one member nation is perceived as […]
Since Malian transitional authorities doubled down on a military partnership with Moscow to restore stability, the security landscape has only grown more volatile. On April 25th, a fragile balance of power shifted dramatically: while Russian-backed forces in Kidal engaged in urgent talks to secure their exit with rebel factions, fierce clashes reignited in Kati—a critical […]
The ground trembles in Kati, and Kidal slips further into chaos. On a tense Saturday in April 2026, the narrative of “liberation from the East” collapses under the weight of reality. While Africa Corps fighters struggle to make headway, even Kemi Seba’s credibility is crumbling. The pan-African activist, once a vocal advocate for Russian support, […]
As the highly anticipated match between OM and Nice approaches, Senegalese goalkeeper Yéhvann Diouf has shared his reflections on an eventful season with L’Équipe. Despite spending significant time on the bench, the international player experienced moments of intense emotion, culminating in the intense African Cup of Nations final against Morocco. «The match was extraordinary, Diouf […]
From the heights of CAN 2025 glory to the harsh realities of Nice’s Ligue 1 struggles, Yéhvann Diouf has navigated one of the most tumultuous seasons in football. The Senegalese goalkeeper, who once dreamed of the stars as a stargazing child in Val-de-Marne, found himself at the center of both triumph and adversity. the can […]
The situation. During a marathon two-and-a-half-hour broadcast on the national network RTN on April 21, General Mohamed Toumba, Niger’s Minister of State and Minister of the Interior, addressed several critical security matters. As Niger grapples with intensifying extremist violence, particularly in the Tillabéry region, the General reiterated the military council’s frequent allegations against France. He […]
Benin steps up fight against transnational criminal networks In an intensified crackdown on cross-border crime, Benin’s Police républicaine has executed coordinated operations to dismantle criminal fugitive networks exploiting the country as a hiding spot. The BCN-INTERPOL Cotonou unit, alongside judicial police divisions, carried out a week-long campaign from April 13 to 19, 2026, resulting in […]