effective strategies to safeguard human rights defenders during crises In partnership with national human rights coalitions across Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Sierra Leone, and Niger, ISHR has released a

Amidst escalating tensions, Mali faces profound instability, while its regional partners appear hesitant to intervene effectively. Neither the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) – intended to forge a collective security

In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces renewed pressure. As households strive to safeguard their savings amidst persistent inflation, a stark reality emerges at

The militant group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) is currently advancing on Bamako. If the capital were to fall, this extremist organization—already the most formidable jihadist entity in the Sahel—would

The legal noose around Kemi Seba is tightening as authorities in South Africa apprehended him for immigration violations. Far from mere administrative oversight, this incident exposes deeper transgressions: the Bénin

From panafricanism to isolation: the fall of Kemi Seba Once a vocal figurehead of African identity politics, Kemi Seba now faces extradition from South Africa to Benin, with little support

As the international spotlight focuses on Kemi Seba’s arrest in South Africa and the ongoing extradition maneuvers, a wave of digital speculation and leaked audio recordings has emerged. Beyond the

Why science matters for community health in West Africa: insights from Dr. Bintou Dembélé Bamako – During the 2026 World Health Day, themed “Health for all. Support the science,” the

The Côte d’Ivoire stands out as one of West Africa’s most robust economies, a growth trajectory fundamentally rooted in agriculture. At independence, this sector accounted for nearly half of the

The geopolitical landscape of the Sahel is undergoing subtle yet significant shifts. As European forces gradually withdraw from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, and Russia expands its footprint through para-state

The Malian society is deeply marked by a silent yet devastating plague: the normalization of corruption through so-called “small gifts.” From Bamako’s bustling markets to state institutions, these practices have

Mali’s corruption perception index 2024: Persistent challenges in governance and transparency The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) by Transparency International paints a sobering picture for Mali, ranking the country at