Mali corruption: how small gifts fuel a social tragedy

Escalating tensions in Bamako after JNIM video release

Unrest Grips Bamako as JNIM Threatens Imminent Operations The Malian capital, Bamako, is grappling with heightened security concerns following the release of a video by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM) on the evening of June 11, 2026. The footage, disseminated by Al-Qaïda’s Sahel branch, depicts intensified military and logistical preparations, accompanied by […]

Ndiaga seck’s testimony in Ousmane sonko’s case raises new questions

Ndiaga Seck’s testimony in Ousmane Sonko’s case raises new questions Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old political figure, was brought before investigators in Linguère on Monday as part of an ongoing judicial inquiry into accusations of unnatural acts. Following his deféré and subsequent hearing, new revelations have emerged that could reshape the narrative surrounding the case […]

Tchad’s economy gains stability with S&P rating confirmation

The sovereign credit rating assigned to Chad by S&P on March 16—maintaining the country at «B-» with a stable outlook—effectively validates the strategy behind the «Tchad Connexion 2030» National Development Plan. This decision underscores the agency’s confidence in the country’s economic momentum, driven by robust growth, moderate debt levels, and sustained support from international partners, […]