How trained midwives are saving lives in Mali
How trained midwives are transforming maternal health in Mali Bamako — Kadidia, a 19-year-old student in Bamako, shares her story: “I used to feel ashamed to even mention contraception. In…
Government reshuffle in Mauritania key appointments announced
In a strategic move to strengthen governance, Mauritania has announced a partial government reshuffle through a presidential decree. The changes, unveiled to the public, include key appointments across various critical…
The stark reality of russian mercenary failures in Mali: a cautionary tale
When the notorious Russian mercenary group, the Wagner Group, announced its withdrawal from Mali earlier this year, it publicly declared on social media that its “mission was accomplished.” However, the…
Notre intervention au Burkina Faso – Action contre la Faim
Nos opérations Burkina Faso Depuis 2008 Nos opérations Burkina Faso Chiffres clés Population:23 548 781 PIB par habitant:987,3 Indice de développement humain:186 / 193 Volume opérationnel:23 165 251 Personnes soutenues:1…
Un warns of rising authoritarianism and repression in Mali
The United Nations’ lead advocate for human rights has issued a stern warning regarding the deteriorating political climate in Mali. He noted that the country’s democratic foundations are being systematically…
UN voices deep concern over suspended elections and escalating repression in Mali
UN voices deep concern over suspended elections and escalating repression in Mali Actus. The United Nations has expressed significant apprehension regarding the current situation in Mali. Volker Türk, the UN…
Burkina Faso moves to criminalize same-sex relationships with new legislation
Click to expand Image On September 1, the Transitional Legislative Assembly of Burkina Faso approved a measure that classifies consensual same-sex relations as a criminal offense. This decision represents a…
Niger : dissolution et répression des syndicats du secteur de la justice
Niger : dissolution et répression des syndicats du secteur de la justice 21/08/2025 Déclaration Niger Défenseurs des droits humains Tingey Injury Law Firm / Unsplash L’Observatoire pour la protection des…
Burkina Faso orders top un official to leave after critical human rights report
Click to expand Image The military leadership in Burkina Faso has officially expelled Carol Flore-Smereczniak, the leading United Nations representative in the country. By designating her as persona non grata…
Burkina Faso: journalists and activist released from forced conscription
Click to expand Image In early July 2025, authorities in the Burkina Faso government released five journalists and one human rights activist who had been forcibly conscripted into the military…
Mauritania’s national dialogue: key challenges and civil society’s role
Mauritania’s ongoing national dialogue, spearheaded by coordinator Moussa Fall, extends beyond conventional approaches by embracing a broad spectrum of stakeholders. The active involvement of civil society is central to this…
Unveiling sickle cell disease in Niger: breaking the silence for life-saving action
Unveiling sickle cell disease in Niger: breaking the silence for life-saving action What if a simple blood test before marriage could profoundly alter a life’s trajectory? “Upon assuming leadership of…