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The closing days of January 2026 signaled the definitive end of organized political pluralism in Burkina Faso. On January 29, the administration led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré officially disbanded every political party in the nation, including the very groups that had championed his rise to power during the September 2022 coup. While political activities had […]
Burkina Faso has achieved a remarkable milestone in its ongoing battle against malaria, a disease the nation is committed to eradicating by 2030. The year 2025 witnessed an unprecedented reduction in both malaria cases and associated fatalities. These significant advancements were announced by the Minister of Health, Dr. Lucien Jean-Claude Kargougou, during a press briefing […]
Invité Afrique Midi «It is unacceptable for coup plotters to be democratically elected» Listen – 05:45 The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: “silencing the guns” and vowing to no longer tolerate unconstitutional changes of power. But is this commitment credible in practice? Cameroonian researcher Paul-Simon Handy, regional director of the Institute […]
Invité Afrique Midi «It is unacceptable for coup plotters to run in democratic elections» Listen – 05:45 The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: “silencing the guns” and ending unconstitutional power transitions. But can this promise be taken seriously? Cameroonian researcher Paul-Simon Handy, regional director of the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) […]
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 […]
The western reaches of Niger have been plunged into mourning following a brutal new assault on civilian populations. On January 18, insurgents linked to the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) carried out a mass execution in the village of Bossiye, located in the Tillabéri region. The victims included 31 individuals, among whom were […]
In the Tombouctou region of northern Mali, the hospital in Niafounké has reached a major milestone with the installation of a new solar panel system. This shift toward sustainable energy increases the facility’s self-sufficiency and ensures that medical services remain uninterrupted in a remote area frequently affected by instability. Previously, the hospital was almost entirely […]
The geopolitical landscape of the Sahel is quietly undergoing a profound transformation. As European military deployments in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have waned, and Russia has expanded its footprint through state-linked para-military structures, the United States appears to be recalibrating its strategic presence in the region. Emmanuel Dupuy, president of the Institute for Prospective […]
Mali has experienced a slight decline in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index published by Transparency International. The nation now occupies the 136th position globally, dropping from its previous rank of 135th. In the latest global assessment of 182 nations, Mali achieved a score of 28 out of 100. This shift marks a downward trend despite […]
corruptionAfrique Corruption : le nouveau classement révèle des reculs Sandrine Blanchard | Alexa Meyer 10/02/202610 février 2026 Transparency International publie son nouvel Indice de perception de la corruption, qui évalue le niveau perçu de corruption dans le secteur public de 180 pays. https://p.dw.com/p/58Syh Selon l’indice de perception de la corruption 2025 (IPC) de Transparency International, […]
Civilian toll rises after suspected military drone strike in Niger A suspected Nigerien military drone strike on a bustling market in the village of Kokoloko, located in the Tillabéri region, has resulted in the deaths of at least 17 civilians—including four children—and left 13 others injured. The attack, which also claimed the lives of three […]
An unprecedented assault recently struck the heart of Niamey, raising serious questions about the national defense landscape. During the night of January 28 to 29, dozens of militants from the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) launched a bold raid on the capital’s international airport and the adjacent Base 101. The attackers were seen […]