Day: October 19, 2026

The recent surge in violence in Mali has exposed a troubling paradox: while soldiers fall victim to the brutal tactics of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), civilians are increasingly caught in the crossfire of military operations backed by foreign forces. This escalation of hostilities has intensified public scrutiny over the conduct of Mali’s military and its international partners, raising urgent questions about accountability and the protection of vulnerable communities. Military under siege: soldiers targeted while civilians bear the brunt The conflict in Mali has taken…

Niamey’s streets are no longer just crowded—they’re paralyzed. The Nigerien capital has become the epicenter of a burgeoning fuel crisis, where citizens now spend their days navigating a maze of empty pumps and endless queues. What began as a logistical hiccup has snowballed into a public outcry over the government’s feeble attempts to mitigate the chaos. The aftermath of this mismanagement is forcing Nigeriens to question not just the present shortage, but the future stability of their economy and trust in their leaders. From queues to chaos: how the crisis…