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CAN 2025-2026 : qui est le vainqueur finalement ? Copié Copié À suivre aussi sur Radio Sports Direct, replays, podcasts et univers liés à l’actualité sportive. 🚨mise à jour 29 mars Flash Info : La CAF lance des réformes majeures après le litige Maroc-Sénégal Face à l’imbroglio juridique de la CAN 2025 actuellement examiné par le Tribunal Arbitral […]
A recent assault by armed militants on Friday resulted in the tragic deaths of sixteen civilians in the Banibangou department, an area in western Niger known for its proximity to Mali and the persistent presence of jihadist factions. This deadly incident in western Niger, specifically within the Banibangou department, marks a grim end to several […]
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 […]
Algeria and Niger strengthen health cooperation partnership During the second session of the Algeria-Niger High-Level Joint Commission held in Niamey this week, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector. The announcement came through an official statement from Algeria’s Ministry of Health, highlighting the strategic vision behind this enduring partnership […]
In a landmark event held at the Niamey General Reference Hospital in Niger, the nation celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Chinese Medical Team’s enduring presence. The ceremony, chaired by Niger’s Minister of Public Health and Hygiene, Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, highlighted five decades of collaboration that have transformed healthcare access across the country. a legacy […]
Le traitement chinois du tarif douanier zéro « arrive à point nommé » pour les pays africains en quête d’équité commerciale, selon un expert nigérien à la Chambre de commerce (interview) 5 mai 2026
Two months post-final, following a hard-fought TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 showdown that ended 1-0 on the pitch, the CAF Appeal Jury upheld a controversial forfeit decision against Senegal, awarding Morocco a 3-0 victory. The grounds cited? The Senegalese team’s temporary walkout—just ten minutes long. The CAF’s ruling, grounded in Articles 82 […]
WASHINGTON, March 26, 2026 – The World Bank has greenlit a $150 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) to bolster continuous access to crucial health and education services across Mali. This significant funding initiative is designed to address the persistent climate, security, and economic hurdles that have impacted the nation in recent years. […]
Share Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on LinkedIn Share Executive summary Following a series of military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, press freedom in the three Sahel countries has witnessed an increasingly downward trend. Independent journalism faces threats from both regime authorities as well as broader insecurity in the region from […]
The inaugural National Forum on Health Financing (FONAFIS) in Burkina Faso, which commenced on March 25 in Ouagadougou under the patronage of Burkinabè Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, concluded on March 27. This high-level gathering brought together political leaders, both domestic and international experts, and Technical and Financial Partners (TFPs). Discussions centered on critical […]
The African Media Network for Health and Environment Promotion (REMAPSEN) recently hosted a pivotal discussion in Burkina Faso, addressing a pressing concern: « How can local financing sustain sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services amid shrinking international aid and growing security challenges? » With external funding for SRH plummeting, Burkina Faso faces a critical hurdle—maintaining […]
Morocco awarded CAN 2025 title as Senegal appeals to CAS Morocco has been declared the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) following a controversial final against Senegal, prompting the defending champions to formally contest the decision with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal […]