Us security cooperation with Sahel states remains despite tensions

The United States is continuing its security collaboration with military-led governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—countries governed by juntas that took power through coups. This was confirmed by General…

Boosting health systems in fragile Sahel communities: a look at 2018-2024 achievements

key achievements in Sahel health systems between 2018 and 2024, remarkable progress has been made in strengthening health systems across the Sahel region. key outcomes include: expanded and enhanced health…

Mali adopts r21/matrix-m vaccine to combat malaria in kayes and Mopti

Mali has taken a groundbreaking step in its battle against malaria by introducing the R21/Matrix-M vaccine, a World Health Organization-recommended solution now being tested in Kayes and Mopti. This hybrid…

Millions at risk in West and Central Africa as hunger crisis deepens

The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a stark warning regarding an escalating humanitarian emergency across West and Central Africa. Severe budgetary constraints combined with surging violence are pushing approximately…

Mali corruption: the hidden cost of small gifts in public services

In Mali, terms like « bonya » (respect), « woro songo » (cola price), or « buru songo » (bread price) mask a harsh reality: the normalization of small, illicit…

Unified force AES: strategies for regional security in west africa

how the unified force of the AES can achieve its security goals The military leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger gathered in Bamako this week to assess progress in…

Patrice Talon: a singular political figure in Africa’s landscape

On Saturday, December 13, the streets of Cotonou in Bénin were filled with hundreds of demonstrators. This crowd, largely composed of the nation’s youth, gathered to voice their strong opposition…

Morocco’s quest for glory at CAN 2025: victory is the only option for fans like Ibrahim

For Morocco, the mission is absolute: bring home the trophy. After waiting half a century for a Coupe d’Afrique des nations title, the patience of the Moroccan faithful has reached…

Benin presidency maintains control following attempted military coup

A military faction appeared on the national broadcaster of Bénin on Sunday morning, December 7, declaring that President Patrice Talon had been ousted from power. However, the president’s inner circle…

Benin’s democracy under fire as Patrice Talon survives a failed coup

A sudden insurrection shook the foundations of power in Bénin this Sunday, December 7, although the attempt was ultimately thwarted. In the early hours, a group of rebel soldiers briefly…

Coup d’état attempt in Benin government denies control loss

Military faction claims control over Benin’s government The presidency of Bénin has firmly denied claims of losing control following an unexpected announcement by a group of soldiers. According to reports…

Burkina Faso: unlawful detention and conviction of human rights lawyer Ini Benjamine Esther Doli

Unjust conviction and continued detention of a prominent human rights advocate in Burkina Faso In a deeply troubling development, human rights lawyer Ini Benjamine Esther Doli has been convicted and…