Last weekend marked a turning point in Mali’s escalating conflict as rebel forces, in coordination with Tuareg separatists, stormed key military positions across the country. The assaults, which coincided with a deadly…
Author: Martin Ngu
Journalist
Understanding Africa corps the new russian paramilitary force in Mali
Africa Corps: the shadowy Russian force reshaping Mali’s security landscape In the heart of the Sahel, a new military actor has emerged from the shadows, quietly taking over where another controversial group…
Russia’s Africa corps expands influence in Mali amid security shift
Africa Corps, Moscow’s latest paramilitary force in Africa, suffered a strategic setback over the weekend as rebels reclaimed Kidal, a key stronghold in northern Mali that had been under its tight control…
Niger healthcare transformation lowers need for foreign medical evacuations
Niger healthcare transformation lowers need for foreign medical evacuations Strategic investments in healthcare infrastructure are reshaping Niger’s medical landscape. Under the leadership of Health and Public Hygiene Minister Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, the…
Kemi Seba’s arrest in South Africa: extradition to Benin under scrutiny
The legal saga surrounding Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, widely recognized as Kemi Seba, has escalated in South African courts. Arrested on April 13, 2026, during a Pretoria shopping center operation, the…
France and Benin strengthen partnership after romuald wadagni’s election
Following the official validation of the Benin presidential election results on April 12, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron sent a formal congratulatory letter to newly elected Beninese leader Romuald Wadagni on April…
Photographer tiécoura n’daou captures Mali’s humanitarian crisis through lenses
Arts, Mali Capturing Mali’s silent crisis through the lens of Tiécoura N’Daou Listen to this story in audio format: Your browser does not support the audio element. In a world where images…
Mali’s hidden ties with russia threaten sahel alliance stability
In a stunning twist, the Sahel Alliance (AES)—a coalition formed by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to counter external threats—now faces an unprecedented internal crisis. While official statements emphasize unity, a leaked…
Benin seeks extradition of kemi seba for national security threats
Following the detention of activist Kemi Seba—legally known as Robert Gilles Stellio Capo Chichi—in Pretoria, Benin’s government has officially addressed the situation with measured resolve. During a cabinet briefing, government spokesperson Wilfried…
Pastef senegal strategic restructuring under ousmane sonko
In Senegal, the Pastef party has launched a sweeping internal reorganization led by its president, Ousmane Sonko. This bold initiative is designed to fortify the party’s institutional framework and align it with…
Algeria’s role in Sahel terrorism under scrutiny by Mali and Niger
Mali and Niger have reignited long-standing claims that Algeria is actively fueling terrorism across the Sahel by providing safe havens, logistical backing, and political shelter to armed factions operating south of its…
Journalism or activism: the blurred line in franco-african reporting
There’s a stark contrast between investigative reporting and political crusading. Between documenting facts and championing a cause. The career of Thomas Dietrich exemplifies this delicate divide, raising critical questions about journalistic integrity….