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By late January 2026, Burkina Faso had entered a new political era—one where partisan politics no longer existed. On January 29, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s government officially dissolved all political parties, including those that had once backed his 2022 coup d’état. While these parties had already been banned from operating since his rise to power, the […]
The Burkina Faso has achieved a remarkable milestone in its fight against malaria, moving closer to its ambitious goal of eliminating the disease by 2030. In 2025, the country recorded an unprecedented drop in both malaria cases and fatalities, marking a turning point in public health. Historic reductions in malaria cases and deaths Official statistics […]
The Burkina Faso government has announced a groundbreaking reduction in the cost of essential generic medicines and select medical supplies, with price drops as high as 72%. This bold initiative aims to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for all citizens. Effective from March 1, 2026, the measure follows a financial commitment of 3 billion […]
The Niger has once again been struck by a brutal attack, this time in the Tillabéri region. On January 18, Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) militants stormed the village of Bossiye, executing 31 civilians—including men, women, and children—in a coordinated assault. Survivors and local sources report that the attackers, numbering around 100, arrived […]
solar energy powers healthcare in Niafounké, northern Mali In the Tombouctou region of northern Mali, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has equipped Niafounké Hospital with a cutting-edge solar power system. This renewable energy initiative enhances the facility’s self-sufficiency while ensuring uninterrupted medical care in a zone plagued by isolation and insecurity. transforming hospital operations with clean […]
The shifting geopolitical landscape in the Sahel is unfolding quietly. As European forces gradually withdraw from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—and Russia expands its footprint through quasi-state entities—the United States appears to be reviving its engagement in the region. However, this resurgence is more nuanced than a mere comeback, according to Emmanuel Dupuy, president of […]
Mali drops in Transparency International’s 2025 corruption index Mali has slipped one position in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index released by Transparency International, now ranking 136th out of 182 countries surveyed. With a score of 28 out of 100, the country has fallen behind neighboring Niger and Burkina Faso, both members of the Alliance of […]
corruptionAfrique Corruption : le nouveau classement révèle des reculs Sandrine Blanchard | Alexa Meyer 10/02/202610 février 2026 Transparency International publie son nouvel Indice de perception de la corruption, qui évalue le niveau perçu de corruption dans le secteur public de 180 pays. https://p.dw.com/p/58Syh Selon l’indice de perception de la corruption 2025 (IPC) de Transparency International, […]
In a tragic incident that has drawn international concern, a military drone strike in Niger’s Tillabéri region reportedly killed at least 17 civilians, including four children, and injured 13 others at a busy market on January 6, 2026. The airstrike, allegedly conducted by Nigerien forces, also resulted in the deaths of three Islamist fighters, raising […]
A major and unprecedented assault recently struck the very center of Niamey. Over the night of Wednesday, January 28, into Thursday, January 29, dozens of militants identified with the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) infiltrated the international airport of Niger‘s capital. They also targeted the neighboring Base 101, where they opened fire on […]
The Malian Ministry of Health and Social Development officially received 39 robust 4×4 all-terrain vehicles on Thursday, February 5, 2026. These crucial additions are set to significantly bolster the nation’s health infrastructure, enhancing access to vital medical services, particularly immunization programs, across Mali’s most underserved regions. The handover ceremony took place at the Ministry of […]
Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has formally appealed to the government of Burkina Faso to cease all restrictions on civic space and abandon its plans to outlaw political parties. In a recent statement, the UN rights chief characterized these developments as a significant setback for the human rights of the […]