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How a disinformation network is destabilising the Alliance of Sahel States

Since late 2025, a vast ecosystem of fake social media accounts has been targeting countries in the Alliance of Sahel States and their junta leaders. RFI's Fact-Checking Unit and France 24's Observers have been investigating this network, which is spreading disinformation across West Africa.

Radio France Internationale

‘Villages are burned, animals slaughtered. We have to let the world know what’s happening’: Tinariwen and Imarhan fight for Tuareg music

Tinariwen went from Saharan weddings to Grammy-winning acclaim – but violence has forced the desert blues masters into exile. Now, a new generation is stepping in to help

The Guardian - UK

Trial opens at Paris court over 2014 fatal crash of Air Algérie flight in Mali

Nearly 12 years after Air Algérie Flight AH5017 crashed in Mali, as it travelled from Burkina Faso to Algeria, the Paris Correctional Court will hear the case against Spanish airline Swiftair from Monday.

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Benin and Nigeria join forces to fight growing cross-border terrorism

Authorities in Benin and Nigeria this week announced plans for a joint security operation to combat terrorist groups along their shared border. It comes amid an increase in jihadist attacks, which have spread further afield to coastal states like Benin, Togo and Côte d'Ivoire, prompting countries to seek cross-border cooperation.

Radio France Internationale

From Wagner to intelligence service SVR — How Russia rewired its Africa operations

Russia's foreign intelligence agency, the SVR, has reportedly taken over Wagner Group's African influence operations post-Prigozhin's death. An investigation reveals the SVR now directs political and information warfare, deploying teams across numerous African nations to spread disinformation and advance Moscow's interests. This strategic shift aims to bolster Russia's presence, particularly…

The Times of India

How Algeria's diplomatic reset with Niger advances its Sahel strategy

After a year of diplomatic strain, Niger and Algeria are testing a cautious reset – one that could reshape political and security dynamics across the Sahel.

Radio France Internationale

Ecowas without the Sahel states: how the split is testing free movement and regional legitimacy

New governments in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso formally left the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) a year ago, having created the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The move happened as a consequence of diplomatic tensions related to military coups in the three countries, after which the regional…

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Ley’s shadow immigration minister ‘never agreed’ to unreleased Liberal plan to ban migrants from Gaza and Somalia

Angus Taylor says the hardline policy document designed under Sussan Ley has ‘no validity’ but hints he will toughen policy

The Guardian - AU

7 Historic Empires Richer Than the Mughals You Probably Didn’t Learn About

When history recalls the wealthiest empires of the world, the Mughal Empire often features prominently for its opulent courts, monumental architecture, and dominance in the Indian subcontinent. At its peak around the 17th century, the Mughal Empire controlled about 24 % of the world’s economy, making it one of the…

Times Life

Court ruling on Mali sanctions reignites regional integration debate {Business Africa}

A landmark ruling by the WAEMU Court against the blockade of Mali is reshaping West Africa’s economic landscape, highlighting the costs of sanctions and Does love have a price tag? As Valentine’s Day spending hits record highs, Zambians weigh romance against the rising cost of affection.

Euronews

Judge seeks to declassify documents in 2013 killing of RFI journalists in Mali

More than a decade after the killing of RFI journalists Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon in northern Mali, a French judge is requesting to declassify more documents that may shed new light on the case.

Radio France Internationale

Deadly attacks stall trade in key corridor between Senegal and Mali

More than 4,000 empty shipping containers are stranded inside Mali as insecurity on the main trade route to Senegal makes transport too dangerous, raising fears of supply disruption and higher prices in a country where most imports pass through the port of Dakar.

Radio France Internationale

US looks to revitalise relations with Mali with envoy visit to Bamako

Nick Checker, head of the US State Department’s Bureau of African Affairs, visited Mali on Monday, calling for renewed economic and security cooperation between Washington and Bamako.

Radio France Internationale

US to increase cooperation with Nigeria to pursue Islamic State militants

The United States military is expanding military cooperation with Nigeria as part of broader efforts to counter Islamic State-linked militants in Africa. US Africa Command says the Pentagon is also maintaining lines of communication with militaries in the West African countries of Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali.

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The Independent UK

Mali's government moves to impose fuel rationing as al-Qaida-linked attacks cut off supplies

Mali's government is imposing new fuel rationing to counter widespread fuel shortages caused by armed groups linked to al-Qaeda

The Conversation

International aid groups are dealing with the pain of slashed USAID funding by cutting staff, localizing and coordinating better

Since Jan. 20, 2025, the first day of his second term in office, President Donald Trump has slashed U.S. foreign aid spending. It began with a stop-work order that paused spending on everything from treating tropical diseases in Mali to providing nutrition support in Nepal.

Euronews

Morocco, Senegal roar to AFCON semis

Iliman Ndiaye’s first-half strike was enough for Senegal to beat 10-man Mali 1-0 in the first quarterfinal. Brahim Díaz scored again and host Morocco joined Senegal in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Cameroon on Friday.

Evening Standard

Cameroon 0-2 Morocco: Brahim Diaz on target again as host nation reach AFCON semi-final

Host nation win battle of the lions to reach AFCON semi-final

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Radio France Internationale

Senegal outmuscle 10-man Mali to reach last four at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal moved into the last four at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday night following a gritty 1-0 win over Mali in Tangier.

Evening Standard

Mali 0-1 Senegal: Yves Bissouma sees red as Les Aigles edged out of AFCON

Lions of Teranaga continue Africa Cup of Nations campaign despite leggy performance

Radio France Internationale

Macron seeks to reset France's Africa policy amid shrinking influence

President Emmanuel Macron has called for a “rebalanced”, “equal-to-equal” partnership between France and African countries, signalling a continued shift away from the military-heavy approach that long defined France’s presence on the continent.

The Independent UK

Cameroon v Morocco live: Brahim Diaz inspires as host nation joins Senegal in Afcon semi-finals

Cameroon 0-2 Morocco: Diaz scored his fifth goal in as many Afcon games as the host nation booked their place in the last four

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Mali vs Senegal (it's free) — Stream AFCON 2025 quarter-final

Here's how to watch Mali vs Senegal at AFCON 2025 for free from anywhere in the world as Sadio Mane's side eye a spot in the semi-finals.

Evening Standard

Mali vs Senegal LIVE: AFCON result, latest updates and reaction after Yves Bissouma sent off

Lions of Teranga into Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals

Radio France Internationale

Africa Cup of Nations: last eight line up for next step on road to glory

Of the eight sides contesting the quarter-finals at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday and Saturday, only Mali has never lifted the crown.

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