In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
The spread of disease is accelerating across the region. Since the middle of September, Mali has been grappling with a sudden spike in diphtheria cases. This preventable infection is thriving due to a weakened medical infrastructure, chronic supply deficits, and increasingly restricted humanitarian corridors. According to recent Sahel analysis English reports, the situation remains critical […]
For years, accessing healthcare in Burkina Faso was an uphill battle for countless families. The invisible yet formidable barrier? Cost. A groundbreaking reform, introduced on March 13, 2024, shattered that barrier by slashing medical examination fees and eliminating upfront deposits for dialysis in public health facilities. This shift has revolutionized healthcare accessibility across the country. […]
diphtheria in Mali: surge amid ongoing humanitarian crisis Since mid-September, Mali has faced a rapid surge in diphtheria cases, an otherwise preventable disease, thriving amid a weakened healthcare system, chronic shortages, and increasingly restricted humanitarian access. By early December, over 530 cases and 30 deaths had been officially reported. However, the United Nations warns the […]
On December 7, 2025, a group of mutineers in Benin shocked the nation by declaring on national television that they had overthrown President Patrice Talon. However, their attempt to seize power was swiftly thwarted by the country’s armed forces, with decisive support from loyal military units. Just six days later, on December 13, hundreds of […]
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger unite to form fledgling joint military force The leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger—three nations governed by military juntas that seized power through coups between 2020 and 2023—are pursuing a shared vision of sovereignty by distancing themselves from Western influence. On Monday, Malian junta leader Assimi Goïta welcomed his […]
comment la force unifiée de l’AES peut-elle transformer la sécurité au Sahel ? Crédit photo, Présidence de la République du Mali Les dirigeants du Mali, du Burkina Faso et du Niger se réunissent à Bamako pour une session cruciale de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES). L’objectif principal : évaluer les avancées de la […]
For Morocco, the objective is unmistakable: the trophy or total disappointment. Having waited nearly half a century for a Coupe d’Afrique des Nations title, Moroccan supporters are losing their patience. Following their historic run to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals in Qatar, the natural progression for the Lions of the Atlas was to dominate their […]
The National Anti-Corruption Week for 2025 officially commenced on December 9, 2025, in Bamako. The launch event, designed to inform the public about ongoing anti-corruption initiatives in Mali, was spearheaded by Mamoudou Kassogué, the Minister of Justice and Human Rights. This year’s observance reiterated the crucial theme from the previous year: “Uniting with youth against […]
child vaccination in Burkina Faso: protecting kids for life Fada N’Gourma – Polio may be a severe illness, but it is entirely preventable through vaccination. In Burkina Faso, mothers are fully aware of this and actively ensure their children receive life-saving vaccines. Nadège Thiombiano, a resident of Fada N’Gourma within the jurisdiction of the Sector […]
The Sahel region is experiencing a dangerous escalation in militant activity, with armed groups extending their reach beyond traditional conflict zones and deploying economic warfare tactics to destabilize governments. This strategic shift is creating a new era of interconnected violence that threatens both regional security and economic prosperity. militant groups intensify campaigns across the Sahel […]
The political climate in West Africa remains turbulent, with a series of military takeovers reshaping the region’s landscape. From the Sahel to Guinea and now the Bénin, nations are grappling with instability that has raised concerns about regional security and governance. The situation in the Bénin took a dramatic turn when soldiers stormed national television […]
The United Nations has launched a critical appeal for 5.1 billion dollars to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in West and Central Africa, targeting 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across the region. In the context of the broader 2026 global humanitarian appeal of 33 billion dollars, this funding is deemed essential to prevent […]