current regional dynamics Recent events in Mali underscore the precarious position of its military government, which receives support from Moscow. Following a coordinated offensive by jihadist and Tuareg forces that resulted in…
Author: Cécile Mboua
Journalist
Military coup in Mali triggers new insurgent offensives in Sahel
Mali’s junta struggles as coordinated insurgent offensives expose deep security failures The military junta in Mali faces its sternest challenge yet after coordinated insurgent offensives on April 25 sent shockwaves through the…
Fifa strengthens sanctions against field protests and verbal abuse
Following the contentious Senegal-Morocco final, where a post-match ruling overturned the original score, football authorities are taking decisive action to prevent future controversies. The incident, which saw Senegal walk off the pitch…
El hadj amadou sy selected for caf u17 referee training camp ahead of Morocco 2025
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has announced the referee lineup for the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations preparation stage, a critical phase before the final selection of officials for the tournament…
Kemi Seba detention extended in South Africa amid extradition proceedings
The francophone-Béninese activist Kemi Seba remains incarcerated in South Africa following a decisive court ruling on April 29. The South African judiciary denied his defense’s arguments, upholding his continued detention. The decision…
Russia’s evolving security role in Mali and the Sahel region
Russia’s evolving security role in Mali and the Sahel region The recent coordinated attacks by armed groups in Mali have cast a spotlight on the shifting dynamics of external security partnerships in…
Mali football coach tom saintfiet steps down amidst turmoil
Since taking the helm in August 2024, Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet has decided to end his tenure as head coach of Mali’s senior national football team. His departure comes at a critical…
Tom saintfiet leaves Mali football team coaching role
Belgian tactician Tom Saintfiet has stepped down from his position as head coach of the Mali national football team, as confirmed through an official announcement shared via Instagram on April 27. His…
Russian mercenaries retreat as jihadist forces gain ground in Mali
Mali’s Africa Corps suffers humiliating setback in Kidal In a major blow to Mali’s military junta, the Africa Corps—Russia’s replacement for the Wagner Group since 2025—has been forced into a hasty retreat…
Can 2025 trophy dispute: Morocco faces tas deadline
The highly anticipated CAN 2025 final is embroiled in ongoing legal drama as the TAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport) tightens the timeline for Morocco’s defense. The sole arbitrator has set May…
Morocco backs Mali amid Algeria’s alleged proxy war in the Sahel
Rabat — Morocco has reaffirmed its unwavering solidarity with Mali following a wave of coordinated terrorist and separatist attacks that struck multiple cities in the West African nation last weekend. Addressing the…
Tribunal arbitral du sport: progress in Morocco vs Senegal football dispute
Tribunal Arbitral du Sport advances Morocco vs Senegal football case The Tribunal Arbitral du Sport (TAS) has reached a critical milestone in the ongoing legal battle between Morocco and Senegal. After receiving…