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The crumbling myth of Russian security in Mali On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the dream of a “liberation from the East” vanished as Kati faced heavy shelling and Kidal descended into chaos. The reality on the ground is stark: the Africa Corps is showing its limitations, and the political narrative surrounding this partnership is disintegrating. […]
The Republic of Mali continues to reel from the aftermath of a devastating terrorist assault that has sent shockwaves through the nation’s political and security establishments. On April 25, a meticulously coordinated operation, attributed to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), targeted the residence of the Malian Minister of Defense in […]
Before the highly anticipated match between Olympique de Marseille and OGC Nice this past Sunday, Senegalese goalkeeper Yéhvann Diouf shared his reflections on an emotionally charged season with L’Équipe. Sidelined for stretches of the campaign, the international nonetheless experienced moments that will linger in his memory—most notably the dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final against […]
Yéhvann Diouf, the Senegalese goalkeeper who joined Nice last summer, is reflecting on a season of extremes — from triumph on the African stage to personal setbacks in Ligue 1. From CAN glory to club uncertainty Diouf’s journey kicked off with high drama. He was a key figure in Senegal’s CAN 2025 campaign — a […]
The Situation. In a comprehensive interview spanning over two hours on Niger’s national broadcaster (RTN), General Mohamed Toumba, the Minister of the Interior and Minister of State, addressed critical issues regarding the regional security landscape. As Niger grapples with escalating insurgent activity, particularly within the Tillabéry zone, the General reinforced the military leadership’s long-standing grievances […]
As part of a broader initiative to combat transnational organized crime, the Republican Police of Bénin have intensified efforts to dismantle criminal networks and track down individuals fleeing justice. The primary objective of these operations is to ensure that Bénin does not become a sanctuary for those wanted by international authorities. Between April 13 and […]
The fate of Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, widely recognized as Kemi Seba, is now in the hands of South African courts in Pretoria. The leader of the Pan-Africanist NGO Urgences Panafricanistes was arrested on April 13, 2026, during an intelligence-led operation in a shopping center. This incident has sparked a high-stakes judicial standoff between […]
Following the official confirmation of the presidential election results from April 12, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron sent a formal message to the newly elected leader of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni. In this diplomatic correspondence dated April 24, the French head of state extended his best wishes for the upcoming term. Macron emphasized the importance of […]
The legal predicament of Kemi Seba intensifies as Benin formally requests his extradition. Following his apprehension in South Africa for violations of immigration law, activist Kemi Seba is now confronting a more severe legal challenge. The government of Benin has initiated proceedings to secure his extradition, citing outstanding arrest warrants related to charges of terrorism […]
The humanitarian situation in Mali has reached a critical point, with 6.4 million individuals now dependent on aid and protection. More than 400,000 people, primarily women and children, are internally displaced. The nation is also grappling with a severe food crisis affecting 1.5 million people, while an additional 1.5 million children under the age of […]
ArtsMali “Avant de déclencher mon appareil photo, je mesure le poids de chaque image” To play this audio please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video ArtsMali Konstanze Fischer 24/04/202624 avril 2026 Rencontre, cette semaine, avec le photographe malien Tiécoura N’Daou. Son exposition intitulée “Mali regards personnels sur la […]
The Tanzanian government’s official commission has released a long-awaited report on the post-election unrest that erupted following the October 29, 2025 presidential vote. Six months after the violence, authorities in Dar es Salaam disclosed a death toll of 518, a figure that has been met with immediate skepticism from opposition groups and human rights organizations, […]