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Deadly Consequences of Extreme Poverty in Mali’s Gold Mines Six women lost their lives in a devastating collapse at an artisanal gold mine in Kéniéty, Kayes region, on January 9, 2026. This tragedy is not an isolated incident but a stark reflection of the brutal poverty forcing mothers into life-threatening situations to survive. The harsh […]
the hidden cost of small gifts in malian society In Mali, everyday language reflects a troubling reality:
Mali faces ongoing challenges in the 2024 corruption perception index The latest Corruption Perception Index (CPI) for 2024, released by Transparency International on February 12, 2025, places Mali at the 136th position out of 180 nations. With a score of just 28 out of 100, the country continues to grapple with systemic corruption that hampers […]
The year 2025 emerged as a transformative period for Burkina Faso’s healthcare system. Despite persistent national security and economic challenges, the health sector witnessed remarkable strides across infrastructure development, advanced medical treatments, and improved financial access to essential services. A landmark achievement in 2025 was the successful execution of the nation’s inaugural kidney transplant. This […]