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The Malian Ministry of Health and Social Development recently took delivery of 39 robust 4×4 all-terrain vehicles. This significant acquisition, which occurred on Thursday, February 5, 2026, is set to…
UN calls on Burkina Faso to reverse civil liberties restrictions The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has sharply criticized the government of Burkina Faso for escalating restrictions on…
Burkina Faso’s innovative approach to eradicating cervical cancer Ouagadougou – Imagine living in a remote village where the nearest health center is a day’s journey away, and even if you…
The calm of Niamey was shattered in the early hours of January 29, when intense gunfire and explosions erupted near the Diori Hamani International Airport. While attacks on Niger’s capital…
Unexpected violence erupts in Niamey Intense gunfire and explosions rocked the vicinity of Niamey’s main airport early Thursday, local time. According to a Reuters correspondent on the ground, the sounds…
Uncertainty has gripped the capital of Niger following reports of intense shooting and powerful blasts near the Niamey international airport during the night between Wednesday and Thursday. Local residents indicate…
Within the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), one nation distinguishes itself through its exceptional commitment to public health. For the upcoming 2026 fiscal period, Burkina Faso is poised…
Significant Achievements Unveiled From 2018 to 2024, the following pivotal results underscore the impact of these initiatives: Expanded and Enhanced Healthcare Access: In both Mali and Mauritania, over 5 million…
A devastating assault struck the village of Bosiye in western Niger, resulting in the deaths of 31 civilians and leaving four others in critical condition. The attack, which unfolded on…
Mali’s standing in the latest global corruption rankings In the recently released 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) by Transparency International, Mali occupies the 136th position out of 180 nations, earning…
Mali is grappling with a rapidly intensifying diphtheria epidemic, a preventable disease that has been surging since mid-September. This concerning health crisis is exacerbated by the nation’s fragile healthcare infrastructure,…
The military juntas currently governing Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—united under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—have convened an emergency summit in Bamako to formalize a landmark defense agreement. The…