landmark us-Burkina Faso health partnership secures $147 million commitment In a significant move to bolster public health infrastructure, the United States Department of State formalized a five-year bilateral agreement with…
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Burkina Faso’s health resilience: who’s 2024–2025 report highlights key achievements
Burkina Faso’s Health Resilience: WHO’s 2024–2025 Report Highlights Key Achievements The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its 2024–2025 biennial report for Burkina Faso, documenting substantial progress achieved amidst a…
Burkina Faso records historic drop in malaria cases and deaths in 2025
The Burkina Faso government has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in its fight against malaria, with a remarkable decline in both reported cases and fatalities in 2025. Speaking at a press…
Healthcare revolution: Burkina Faso slashes prices for essential medicines
The government of Burkina Faso has announced a massive price reduction for generic medications and medical supplies, with some costs falling by as much as 72% to improve public health…
Mali’s corruption perception index drops in 2025 transparecy international ranking
The Mali government faces fresh scrutiny after its performance in the 2025 Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index revealed a single-place decline. Falling from 135th to 136th globally, the country now…
Global corruption index 2025 shows alarming declines
global corruption index 2025 reveals troubling trends Transparency International has released its latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, evaluating perceived corruption levels in the public sector across 180 nations. The…
Niger military drone strike kills seventeen civilians at village market
Click to expand Image On January 6, 2026, a drone strike conducted by the Niger military resulted in the deaths of at least 17 civilians, including four children, at a…
Mali’s health system boosted by new gavi-funded 4×4 vehicles
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Mali’s Ministry of Health and Social Development officially took delivery of 39 robust all-terrain 4×4 vehicles. These vehicles are set to significantly bolster the nation’s…
Burkina Faso’s mobile clinics revolutionize cervical cancer screening
In a bold move to tackle one of the deadliest cancers affecting women, Burkina Faso has launched an innovative strategy that brings cervical cancer screening directly to communities. This groundbreaking…
Nigeria’s escalating violence and the overlooked humanitarian crisis
Recent months have seen Nigeria return to the international spotlight due to a surge in violence, including the abduction of schoolchildren, devastating attacks on entire villages, and worshippers being targeted…
Security alert: gunfire and explosions near Niamey airport in Niger
Updated with additional details Early on Thursday, intense gunfire and multiple explosions were reported near the Niamey international airport in Niger’s capital city. This account comes from a Reuters journalist…
Burkina Faso leads UEMOA in health budget allocation for 2026
Burkina Faso leads UEMOA in health budget allocation for 2026 In the UEMOA region, one country stands out in health investment. For the 2026 fiscal year, Burkina Faso is allocating…