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The crumbling myth of Russian security in Mali On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the dream of a “liberation from the East” vanished as Kati faced heavy shelling and Kidal descended into chaos. The reality on the ground is stark: the Africa Corps is showing its limitations, and the political narrative surrounding this partnership is disintegrating. […]
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 […]
Before the highly anticipated match between Olympique de Marseille and OGC Nice this past Sunday, Senegalese goalkeeper Yéhvann Diouf shared his reflections on an emotionally charged season with L’Équipe. Sidelined for stretches of the campaign, the international nonetheless experienced moments that will linger in his memory—most notably the dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final against […]
This past weekend marked a turning point in Mali’s escalating conflict, as rebel forces reclaimed Kidal, a strategic stronghold long held by a shadowy Russian paramilitary group. The withdrawal of Africa Corps from the region signals a shift in Moscow’s military strategy across the Sahel, even as the group maintains its influence beyond Mali’s borders. […]
Deadly clashes rocked Mali over the weekend as jihadist forces, allied with Tuareg rebels, launched coordinated assaults on strategic positions held by the ruling junta. The attacks targeted areas near Bamako, including a strike that claimed the life of Defense Minister Sadio Camara. In a significant turn of events in the country’s eastern region, rebel […]
Africa Corps, the Kremlin’s latest covert military branch, has been forced to withdraw from Kidal, a strategic stronghold in northern Mali, following intense clashes with a coalition of Islamist militants and Tuareg rebels. The withdrawal marks a rare setback for the Russian paramilitary group, which has steadily expanded its influence across the Sahel over the […]
Late last week, a dramatic shift unfolded in Mali’s volatile east, where Tuareg rebels seized control of Kidal—a key stronghold held for years by Africa Corps, Moscow’s most covert military branch in Africa. While this withdrawal marks a tactical retreat, it does little to diminish the Kremlin’s strategic influence in the Sahel region. The sudden […]
Yéhvann Diouf, the Senegalese goalkeeper who joined Nice last summer, is reflecting on a season of extremes — from triumph on the African stage to personal setbacks in Ligue 1. From CAN glory to club uncertainty Diouf’s journey kicked off with high drama. He was a key figure in Senegal’s CAN 2025 campaign — a […]
The Situation. In a comprehensive interview spanning over two hours on Niger’s national broadcaster (RTN), General Mohamed Toumba, the Minister of the Interior and Minister of State, addressed critical issues regarding the regional security landscape. As Niger grapples with escalating insurgent activity, particularly within the Tillabéry zone, the General reinforced the military leadership’s long-standing grievances […]
As part of a broader initiative to combat transnational organized crime, the Republican Police of Bénin have intensified efforts to dismantle criminal networks and track down individuals fleeing justice. The primary objective of these operations is to ensure that Bénin does not become a sanctuary for those wanted by international authorities. Between April 13 and […]
Niger’s healthcare revolution: local treatment gains ground over foreign evacuations Niger is gradually shifting its healthcare strategy from relying on foreign medical evacuations to building local capabilities. This strategic pivot is being championed by the Minister of Public Health and Hygiene, Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, who aims to strengthen the country’s medical infrastructure to handle more […]
Niger’s healthcare transformation reduces medical evacuations abroad Niger is undergoing a healthcare revolution that may soon make medical evacuations abroad a rarity rather than a necessity. Under the leadership of Health and Public Hygiene Minister Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, the country is prioritizing the development of its domestic medical infrastructure to handle complex cases locally. The […]