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The Malian Armed Forces have declared that they have regained the upper hand across all conflict zones targeted by attacks from the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern regions. In an official statement, the FAMA reported […]
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a renewed upper hand in operations across critical combat zones targeted by both the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in the central and southern regions. Recent clashes highlight resilience of Malian forces In a detailed […]
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared they have regained the upper hand and secured all targeted regions following coordinated attacks by the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (GSIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern Mali. Sustained military action drives enemy forces back In an […]
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have declared a decisive turnaround in their operations, asserting full control over regions previously targeted by coordinated attacks from the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims—an Al-Qaeda affiliate—in central and southern Mali. In a formal statement, the FAMa detailed ongoing clashes that […]
Mali’s military partnership with Russia, once seen as a game-changer in its fight against armed groups, is now facing growing scrutiny. After the failure of Wagner Group, its successor, the Africa Corps, is adjusting its approach amid a string of setbacks. However, reports of escalating violence against civilians raise concerns about both military effectiveness and […]
Benin is undergoing a transformative agricultural overhaul, positioning itself as a rising star in global fruit exports. At the heart of this shift are two groundbreaking initiatives: a state-of-the-art vitroplant production facility in Glo-Djigbé and a cutting-edge fruit terminal at Cotonou International Airport. These projects, spearheaded by President Romuald Wadagni’s administration, are redefining the country’s […]
As dawn broke over Aourir, a quiet coastal village just north of Agadir, elite units of Morocco’s General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST) moved swiftly through empty streets. Their mission: dismantle a dangerous Daech-affiliated cell before it could strike. The operation began with precision. Based on meticulous intelligence from the DGST, Special Forces stormed a […]
Chad’s Ministry of Environment, Fisheries and Sustainable Development has issued a strict directive prohibiting agents of the water and forestry services from wearing military-style uniforms, insignia, ranks, berets or any other paraphernalia associated with the armed forces. The circular, signed by the ministry’s Secretary-General, Koularambaye Koundja Julien, follows repeated reports of military personnel transferred to […]
The once-bold Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is now showing cracks in its armour. Despite the rousing speeches of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger’s military leaders about reclaiming sovereignty, the harsh truth on the ground tells a different story. The only force maintaining real coordination, dictating the pace of operations, and striking at will across […]
Mali has finalized the financing for the Bamako North 225 kV high-voltage power loop project, a strategic initiative to reinforce the capital’s electricity backbone. With a total investment of €166 million, this infrastructure aims to provide reliable and expanded power access to Bamako and its surrounding peri-urban areas. Officials highlight that the project will connect […]
Diplomacy Morocco joins Mediterranean Union parliamentary assembly leadership The Kingdom has been elected to the Bureau of the Assembly and entrusted with chairing the Artificial Intelligence Commission, highlighting the trust placed in Moroccan parliamentary diplomacy and the growing role of the Moroccan Parliament within this Euro-Mediterranean body. Follow us on WhatsApp Follow us on Telegram […]
Politique Gabon ushers in digital sovereignty with new national data center Libreville – Gabon has achieved a significant milestone in its economic transformation by officially opening its inaugural national sovereign Data Center. More than just a technological facility, this critical infrastructure signals the nation’s entry into a new era of development, where the command of […]