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By officially taking on the responsibilities of Minister of Defense in addition to his duties as Head of State, Colonel Assimi Goïta has finalized the centralization of power in Bamako. This decision, far from being a mere administrative adjustment, appears to signal a profound vulnerability: a faltering chain of command and an increasingly strained military […]

The 13th AFRAVIH conference, currently taking place in Lausanne, Switzerland, is putting a spotlight on the psychological consequences of HIV. This international summit dedicated to the fight against the virus explores how the infection influences the mental health of those living with the condition. Featured speaker: Christine Kafando, a committed activist from Burkina Faso, made […]

CAF faces backlash over referee choice for African Champions League final The appointment of Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala to officiate the first leg of the CAF Champions League final between Morocco’s AS FAR and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns has sparked intense debate. This decision by the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has drawn widespread criticism, […]

In a recent interview with Bip Radio, Theodore Holo, former President of the Constitutional Court, highlighted the generational shift symbolized by Romuald Wadagni‘s election as President of the Republic. Encouraging early signals As a professor of public law, Theodore Holo praised the new head of state for his balanced approach, equally valuing infrastructure development and […]

On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, observed this Sunday, May 3rd, a troubling reality emerges: within West Africa, the act of informing the public has evolved into a perilous endeavor, often demanding heroic courage. Following the ascension of military administrations, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso — nations collectively forming the Alliance des États […]

Mounting concerns have gripped northern Mali, where a rapid deterioration in security has sent shockwaves through the nation. Within days, the country’s fragile stability has crumbled, as militant factions accelerate their advance following the symbolic fall of Kidal. The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) has intensified its efforts, now deploying an unprecedented political gambit […]

My initial arrival in Dakar was tinged with a slight apprehension. The reason? The African Cup of Nations (CAN) final. This particular match has unfortunately become a contentious point, reportedly souring the relationship between Morocco and Senegal – a sentiment widely acknowledged. Amadou, a courteous and smiling taxi driver in his fifties, immediately recognized my […]

Understanding the Sahel’s impact Mali’s military government, supported by Moscow, faces an existential threat following recent coordinated attacks by jihadist and Tuareg groups. These assaults resulted in the death of the defense minister and compelled Russian mercenary forces to withdraw from the northern regions. Such escalating instability fuels concerns about a potential surge in migration […]

Mali currently faces an acute security crisis, marked by recent assaults that have reportedly resulted in hundreds of civilian and military casualties, according to security sources. Western geopolitical analysts suggest that control over northern Mali is pivotal for influencing regime changes across the Sahelian nations, including Niger, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Mauritania. Operating from his […]

The outcome of the Sénégal-Maroc final, particularly the decision awaiting the Court of Arbitration for Sport, has highlighted significant issues within football governance. This entire saga, culminating in a result being overturned months after the final whistle, could undoubtedly have been managed more effectively to prevent such extreme circumstances. To avert similar protracted disputes, Fifa […]