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Independent investigators from the United Nations have revealed that the Peul community in Burkina Faso is enduring widespread human rights violations. These abuses, which include extrajudicial killings, torture, arbitrary detentions, …
UN committee highlights grave abuses against Peuls in Burkina Faso Read More
Nearly four months after the Africa Cup of Nations final, where Senegal triumphed in extra time (1-0) before the result was overturned to a 3-0 forfeit in favor of Morocco …
Senegal fans face prolonged detention after africa cup final Read More
Les académies de football, la nouvelle niche de talents du Sénégal Lire uniquement le texte pour utiliser moins de données Crédit photo, Getty Images Article Information Author, Ousmane Badiane Role, …
Coupe du monde 2026 : les académies de football, nouvelle niche de talents du Sénégal – BBC News Afrique Read More
As the world marked World Press Freedom Day, a deeply concerning reality has emerged from West Africa: the act of reporting has transformed into a perilous endeavor, bordering on heroism. …
The escalating threat to information access in the sahelian nations Read More
A wave of apprehension is sweeping across Northern Mali as the nation’s security landscape undergoes a rapid and dramatic shift. Following the symbolic fall of Kidal, insurgent coalitions are maintaining …
Escalating instability in Northern Mali as armed groups advance toward the capital Read More
In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces a renewed disruption. As households strive to safeguard their savings amidst persistent inflationary pressures, a stark actuality …
West african fuel costs: Côte d’Ivoire’s prices surpass Bénin’s Read More
The Nigerien government has officially taken delivery of a substantial shipment of 20,000 metric tons of fertilizer, dispatched from Russia. Transported via the Port of Lomé and conveyed through a …
Niger’s strategic reliance on russian fertilizer aid amid sovereignty debates Read More
The Sénégal women’s national football team is set to challenge Tunisie in the second round of the qualifiers for the Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Olympic Games. This two-legged encounter is …
Sénégal to face Tunisie in the la28 women’s football Olympic qualifiers Read More
In Niger, the Maradi region is significantly improving its medical coverage through the PIDUREM initiative. The delivery of new Type II Integrated Health Centers (CSI) in Maradi and Tessaoua represents …
Expansion of healthcare services in Niger’s Maradi region Read More
Legal setback for Kemi Seba as South African court rejects bail The Franco-Beninese activist Kemi Seba remains in detention following a decisive ruling by a South African court. On April …
South african court denies bail to franco-beninese activist kemi seba Read More
The Mali national football team enters a fresh chapter as Tom Saintfiet is no longer the head coach. The announcement came from the Malian Football Federation following their Tuesday evening …
Mali football team gets new coach after can performance Read More
Russia’s involvement in Mali’s security landscape—and more broadly across the Sahel—has intensified in recent years, drawing global attention amid shifting alliances and rising insurgent threats. As Bamako seeks alternative partners …
Russia’s evolving security role in Mali and the Sahel region Read More