Tragedy in western Niger as thirty-one villagers lose their lives in armed assault

A brutal raid in the village of Bosiye, located in western Niger, has claimed the lives of 31 civilians. This devastating event, which occurred on Sunday, has also left four

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Upla condemns Mali’s ban on jeune afrique magazine

The Union of African Free Press Journalists (UJPLA) has voiced strong condemnation and deep concern over Mali’s decision to ban the sale and distribution of Jeune Afrique magazine nationwide. According

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West africa hunger crisis threatens millions as violence and cuts escalate

West Africa faces hunger crisis as violence and budget cuts deepen food insecurity Violence and reduced funding are pushing millions in West and Central Africa toward catastrophic hunger, with the

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Diphtheria outbreak worsens in Mali as humanitarian crisis deepens

The spread of diphtheria is accelerating across Mali at an alarming rate. Since mid-September, the country has been battling a rapid surge of this preventable infection, which is thriving amidst

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Healthcare reform in Burkina Faso reduces costs and expands access

For years, accessing medical care in Burkina Faso was a distant dream for many citizens. The harsh reality? High examination fees and exorbitant upfront payments for specialized treatments like dialysis

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Diphtheria surge in Mali amid deepening humanitarian crisis

A rapid surge in diphtheria cases is gripping Mali, with over 530 reported infections and 30 deaths since early December. Health authorities warn the actual numbers may be far higher

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How the unified force of the AES alliance can boost security in the Sahel

how the unified force of the AES alliance can boost security in the Sahel On the eve of the second summit of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) in Bamako,

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AES alliance unveils joint military force in Mali amid jihadist threats

alliance of Sahel states advances joint military strategy against terrorism The Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger—united under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—are governed by military juntas that seized power

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Benin’s political stability: patrice talon and the thwarted coup

On Saturday, December 13, in Cotonou, Benin, a significant gathering took place. Hundreds of individuals, primarily young people, converged to express their strong disapproval of a recent attempted coup. This

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Mali’s 2025 anti-corruption drive: empowering youth and strengthening judicial rigor

The National Anti-Corruption Week for 2025 officially commenced on December 9, 2025, in Bamako. The launch was presided over by Mamoudou Kassogué, Mali’s Minister of Justice and Human Rights. This

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Burkina Faso: protecting a lifetime through crucial polio vaccination efforts

Burkina Faso: protecting a lifetime through crucial polio vaccination efforts Fada N’Gourma – Poliomyelitis, a severe yet preventable disease, continues to be a focus for public health initiatives. In Burkina

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Escalating economic warfare in west africa’s Sahel region

escalating economic warfare in west africa’s Sahel region Previously separate conflicts in the Sahel and coastal West Africa are converging into a single, interconnected crisis that may become a critical

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