In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
This session is hosted by the Africa: Citizenship, Violence and Politics research group at CERI in collaboration with the Africa Programme. Since its inception in 2017, the Al-Qaeda affiliate known as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) has established itself as a dominant power in the central Sahel. Operating through multiple katibas, the group actively challenges […]
By late January 2026, Burkina Faso had entered a new political era—one where partisan politics no longer existed. On January 29, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s government officially dissolved all political parties, including those that had once backed his 2022 coup d’état. While these parties had already been banned from operating since his rise to power, the […]
The Burkina Faso has achieved a remarkable milestone in its fight against malaria, moving closer to its ambitious goal of eliminating the disease by 2030. In 2025, the country recorded an unprecedented drop in both malaria cases and fatalities, marking a turning point in public health. Historic reductions in malaria cases and deaths Official statistics […]
The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: silencing the guns and vowing zero tolerance for unconstitutional power grabs. But can such promises hold weight when those responsible for coups are later handed democratic mandates? This pressing question took center stage during a recent discussion on Africa Midi. a controversial stance on post-coup […]
Invité Afrique Midi «it is unacceptable for coup plotters to be democratically elected» Listen – 05:45 The 39th African Union summit concluded with a bold declaration: to “silence the guns” and end unconstitutional power grabs. But can this promise be taken seriously? Cameroonian researcher Paul-Simon Handy, regional director of the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) […]
The Burkina Faso government has announced a groundbreaking reduction in the cost of essential generic medicines and select medical supplies, with price drops as high as 72%. This bold initiative aims to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for all citizens. Effective from March 1, 2026, the measure follows a financial commitment of 3 billion […]
The Niger has once again been struck by a brutal attack, this time in the Tillabéri region. On January 18, Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) militants stormed the village of Bossiye, executing 31 civilians—including men, women, and children—in a coordinated assault. Survivors and local sources report that the attackers, numbering around 100, arrived […]
solar energy powers healthcare in Niafounké, northern Mali In the Tombouctou region of northern Mali, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has equipped Niafounké Hospital with a cutting-edge solar power system. This renewable energy initiative enhances the facility’s self-sufficiency while ensuring uninterrupted medical care in a zone plagued by isolation and insecurity. transforming hospital operations with clean […]
The shifting geopolitical landscape in the Sahel is unfolding quietly. As European forces gradually withdraw from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—and Russia expands its footprint through quasi-state entities—the United States appears to be reviving its engagement in the region. However, this resurgence is more nuanced than a mere comeback, according to Emmanuel Dupuy, president of […]
Mali drops in Transparency International’s 2025 corruption index Mali has slipped one position in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index released by Transparency International, now ranking 136th out of 182 countries surveyed. With a score of 28 out of 100, the country has fallen behind neighboring Niger and Burkina Faso, both members of the Alliance of […]
corruptionAfrique Corruption : le nouveau classement révèle des reculs Sandrine Blanchard | Alexa Meyer 10/02/202610 février 2026 Transparency International publie son nouvel Indice de perception de la corruption, qui évalue le niveau perçu de corruption dans le secteur public de 180 pays. https://p.dw.com/p/58Syh Selon l’indice de perception de la corruption 2025 (IPC) de Transparency International, […]
In a tragic incident that has drawn international concern, a military drone strike in Niger’s Tillabéri region reportedly killed at least 17 civilians, including four children, and injured 13 others at a busy market on January 6, 2026. The airstrike, allegedly conducted by Nigerien forces, also resulted in the deaths of three Islamist fighters, raising […]