In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
In Niger, the Maradi region is experiencing a significant boost in its healthcare infrastructure under the PIDUREM initiative. The inauguration of three new Type II Health Centers (CSI) in Maradi and Tessaoua marks a pivotal moment in expanding access to primary healthcare for urban and peri-urban communities. Bridging the healthcare gap in Maradi and […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released its list of selected referees for a preparatory course ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations. This training is a critical step before the final roster of officials is confirmed for the tournament, scheduled to take place in Morocco from May 13 to June 2. […]
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 […]
The Mali national football team is entering a new chapter. Tom Saintfiet, the Belgian coach who arrived in August 2024, has officially stepped down from his position as national team manager. The announcement was made by the Malian Football Federation in an official statement released on Tuesday evening. Under Saintfiet’s guidance, the Mali national team, […]
Understanding Russia’s security involvement in Mali and the Sahel Russia’s expanding military partnerships in West Africa’s Sahel zone are drawing increasing attention as regional security challenges intensify. Mali’s security crisis and Russia’s shifting military support Following a coordinated assault by armed groups in multiple Malian cities including Bamako, military leader Assimi Goïta declared the situation […]
PSG outshines Bayern Munich in a breathtaking Champions League showdown The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has taken a commanding lead in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after a thrilling 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich. This first-leg clash at the Parc des Princes was nothing short of a footballing masterpiece, blending drama, skill, and relentless attacking football […]
Tom Saintfiet, the Belgian coach of Mali’s national football team, has announced his immediate departure from the role of head coach. Saintfiet, who took charge in August 2024, cited the country’s escalating political turmoil and security challenges—including intensified attacks by jihadist groups and Tuareg rebels—as key factors in his decision. In a heartfelt statement shared […]
The journey has come to an end for Tom Saintfiet. The Malian Football Federation (Femafoot) formally dismissed the Belgian tactician from his role as head coach of the national team on Tuesday evening. The 53-year-old manager, who took charge in August 2024, saw his tenure cut short after failing to secure a spot in the […]
Recent energy disruptions within the CEB community have been triggered by a combination of falling water levels in hydroelectric dams and a major technical failure. Specifically, a significant fire that occurred on April 23 at a facility linked to the Akosombo dam in Ghana has stripped the regional network of a vital portion of its […]
The Mali Football Federation (FEMAFOOT) and its president, Mahazou Cisset, officially announced the departure of Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet from his role as head of the national team. The announcement followed Saintfiet’s own statement, published via an Instagram post on April 27. The federation expressed its deep gratitude for the coach’s dedication, highlighting his commitment […]
FIFA’s bold new regulations for the 2026 World Cup following the Senegal-Morocco controversy The FIFA has recently unveiled a set of stringent new regulations aimed at maintaining order and preventing disruptions during high-stakes football matches, particularly in the lead-up to the prestigious FIFA World Cup 2026. This decisive move follows the tumultuous events surrounding the […]
What next for Mali’s military leaders after shock of rebel offensive? 7 minutes ago ShareSave Add as preferred on Google Makuochi Okafor,BBC Africaand Mohamed Ibrahim,BBC Arabic AFP via Getty Images It is hard to overstate the sense of shock reverberating across West Africa after attackers, in co-ordinated assaults, managed to enter Mali’s capital, Bamako, assassinate […]