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In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces fresh strain. As households endeavor to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges at fuel stations: a significant divergence in pricing has materialized between Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin. Côte d’Ivoire: The paradox of a producing nation Following a […]
The Franco-Beninese activist Kemi Seba will remain in custody following a ruling by the South African justice system on Wednesday, April 29. The court rejected the arguments presented by his legal team, emphasizing the necessity of his detention in light of significant international legal pressures. This decision marks a critical juncture for the leader of […]
Following a long period of intense turmoil and persistent instability, Mali has been plunged back into a severe armed conflict with potentially far-reaching consequences. On Saturday, April 25, a massive and coordinated assault was launched by Tuareg insurgents from the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA) alongside JNIM fighters, an Al-Qaïda affiliate. This major operation […]
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 […]
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 recent release of 17 hostages in Mali, brokered by exiled opposition leader Oumar Mariko alongside fighters from the Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM), has sent shockwaves through the country’s fragile political landscape. While the humanitarian triumph is undeniable, the circumstances surrounding the operation have ignited a fierce debate about the true extent of […]
The era of media-driven provocation appears to have been eclipsed by judicial scrutiny. The arrest of Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, better known as Kémi Séba, in Johannesburg this Wednesday, April 15, is being treated as far more than a routine police matter. For authorities in Benin, this event marks a critical turning point in […]
To celebrate World Health Day 2026, themed “Unite for Health. Support Science,” the World Health Organization (WHO) is highlighting the work of dedicated leaders who use evidence-based research to enhance lives throughout the African Region. Dr. Bintou Dembélé, a seasoned physician and public health specialist, has spent years at the forefront of fighting infectious diseases […]
The internet is in an uproar following the release of several audio recordings attributed to Pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba. These recordings, whose authenticity is currently the subject of heated debate, suggest direct collusion between the leader of Urgences Panafricanistes and power circles in Niamey, aimed at destabilizing several states within the sub-region. Exchanges with Grave […]
In an astonishing turn of events, the governing body of African football has awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title to Morocco, despite their 1-0 loss to Senegal in the final on January 18. The decision, made on Tuesday evening, came after an appeal by the Moroccan Football Federation. In response, the Senegalese federation has […]
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 […]
Accelerating immunization efforts in Mali Mali’s progress in protecting its citizens from Covid-19 has not yet reached the desired milestones. While the government’s objective was to immunize 70% of the population aged 12 and above, the actual vaccination rate is currently stalled at just 8%. To address this shortfall, a United Nations delegation visited the […]