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CAN 2025: Senegal calls for international inquiry into CAF ‘corruption suspicions’ Crédit photo, Président de la République du Sénégal/Facebook The Senegalese government has issued a strong and immediate response to the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeals Jury, which declared Senegal to have forfeited the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco […]

A seismic shock has hit the world of African football, leaving fans and officials in a state of disbelief. Exactly two months after celebrating their second continental victory in Morocco, the Lions of Teranga have been stripped of their trophy by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Although Senegal won the final on the pitch […]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Tuesday, March 17, the annulment of Senegal’s CAN 2025 triumph, originally secured against Morocco (1-0 after extra time) on January 18. CAF’s appeals committee penalized the “Lions of Teranga” with a 3-0 forfeit victory for Morocco, citing incidents during the final match. The Senegalese Football Federation retains […]

The dust has barely settled on the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 final, yet controversy still rages. While Senegal had celebrated an unforgettable victory in extra time against Morocco, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has since overturned the result, declaring the Atlas Lions the champions by default. Why did the CAF rule in […]

SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP La CAF change l’issue de la finale de la CAN 2025 et attribue finalement le titre au Maroc après avoir déclaré le Sénégal forfait. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final has delivered a stunning post-match twist that has reshaped African football history. Two months after Sénégal celebrated a hard-fought 1-0 extra-time […]

Niger strengthens healthcare with integrated digital ecosystem The Republic of Niger and the United States have formalized a five-year bilateral health cooperation agreement, allocating a total of $179.3 million to bolster the West African nation’s healthcare infrastructure. U.S. investment targets critical health priorities Under the agreement aligned with the U.S. America First global health strategy, […]

1,1 milliard d’euros pour le Niger, Burkina et la RDC : le plan sanitaire des USA pour l’Afrique poursuit sa vague d’adhésion Muriel EDJO, Agence Ecofin Ces conventions visent le renforcement des capacités de la RDC et du Burkina Faso à répondre aux menaces sanitaires avant qu’elles se propagent hors de leurs territoires. DR

The Sahelian belt, a vast geographical expanse stretching from Mali to Chad, presents a complex geopolitical and economic landscape, far from a booming investment hub. Nations like Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger grapple with significant developmental hurdles. Mali, for instance, faces a youthful population (47% under 15 out of 25.9 million), limited arable land (only […]

The Nigerien Minister of Public Health and Hygiene, Colonel-major Garba Hakimi, conducted an official inspection at the Niger-Türkiye Friendship Hospital. The unannounced visit aimed to assess working conditions, evaluate staff challenges, and identify immediate solutions to enhance healthcare delivery in the facility. Comprehensive facilities assessment The minister’s inspection covered critical departments including emergency services, mammography […]

The United States Department of State has finalized a five-year bilateral memorandum of understanding with Burkina Faso, committing a total of $147 million in financial support. This landmark agreement aims to bolster the West African nation’s efforts in combating HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other infectious diseases while strengthening national capacities for epidemiological surveillance and emergency health […]

who’s 2024–2025 biennial report: Burkina Faso’s health resilience and access to care advancements The World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2024–2025 biennial report for Burkina Faso highlights substantial achievements amidst a landscape of security, humanitarian, and climatic challenges. This comprehensive document details significant strides made in strengthening health systems and improving population well-being. Key accomplishments include the […]

Burkina Faso implements major price reductions on pharmaceuticals and medical supplies In a significant move to enhance public health, the government of Burkina Faso has announced a substantial decrease in the prices of essential generic medicines and various medical consumables. This new pricing structure is scheduled to take effect on March 1, 2026, and is […]