Month: May 2026

The legal dispute between Maroc and Sénégal concerning CAN 2025 reaches a pivotal milestone this Thursday, May 7, 2026. On this date, the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football is scheduled to submit its formal defense statement to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) in response to the challenge initiated by the Senegalese authorities. The core of this litigation involves a previous ruling by the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF). The governing body had originally granted Maroc a victory on paper with a score of 3-0. This specific outcome is…

The Ivorian government has taken a historic step by dissolving the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), a decision announced during the Council of Ministers meeting on May 6. This move dismantles a pivotal institution in the nation’s democratic framework, established in 2001, and ushers in a period of uncertainty regarding the structure of future elections. a bold move to restore electoral confidence The government, through its spokesperson Minister Amadou Coulibaly, framed the dissolution not as an end but as a strategic lever to rebuild trust between voters and the electoral administration.…

Mali’s military thwarts assassination plot targeting transitional president In Bamako, an uneasy calm persists following the April 25th attacks that resulted in the death of General Sadio Camara, the nation’s second-highest-ranking military official under the transitional government. The Malian Armed Forces held a press conference to unveil details of what they describe as a meticulously planned attempt to destabilize the country’s leadership. Authorities allege the attackers used multiple suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (SVBIEDs) as part of the operation. Brigadier General Djibrila Maïga, Deputy Director of Public Relations for the…

In Bamako, an uneasy calm has settled since the violent incidents of April 25, which left several casualties, including General Sadio Camara, the influential second-in-command of the country’s military leadership. Authorities have now revealed disturbing details about what they describe as a meticulously planned assassination attempt targeting the nation’s highest officials, including the transitional president, Assimi Goïta. orchestrated attack targets malian leadership The Armed Forces of Mali have publicly condemned the brazen assault, citing evidence that multiple kamikaze vehicles were deployed during the operation. Commandant Djibrila Maiga, Deputy Director of…

Following the violent events of April 25 in Bamako, a fragile calm persists as the Malian military unveils shocking details about a coordinated plot against its leadership. Authorities now describe a meticulously planned assassination attempt targeting President Assimi Goïta and other top officials, with multiple explosive-laden vehicles deployed in the operation. During an emergency press briefing, military spokesperson Commandant Djibrila Maïga revealed that one of the vehicles was specifically aimed at the presidential residence. This premeditated attack was designed to eliminate our highest authorities, he asserted, underscoring the gravity of…

Niger adopts digital payments for vaccination campaigns The Niger Ministry of Public Health and Hygiene has revolutionized how health workers and community actors are compensated during vaccination campaigns. In April 2026, during the National Polio Vaccination Days in the Niamey region, over 1,200 frontline responders received their payments via mobile money—replacing the traditional cash-based system. 99% of payments completed within 48 hours, with funds deposited directly into beneficiaries’ mobile accounts. This digital leap has transformed payment processes by enhancing transaction transparency, cutting delays, and eliminating logistical hurdles tied to cash…