Author: Aïcha Abdou

The Association of Young Burkinabe in Bergamo (AJBB) has officially announced its inaugural Cultural Symposium, a landmark event poised to significantly advance the global structure of Burkinabe culture. This pivotal international gathering is scheduled to take place in Italy on January 31 and February 1, 2026, following its public announcement during a press conference held on Thursday, January 8, 2025.   More than just a celebration, this groundbreaking symposium emerges from a deep desire for critical reflection and strategic dialogue. Louré Toubga, Secretary General of the AJBB, emphasized that the initiative…

For countless Burkinabè, accessing healthcare was once an insurmountable challenge. The financial barrier separating patients from life-saving treatment felt like an invisible wall—one that too often proved impossible to breach. But since March 13, 2024, the government has taken decisive action to dismantle this obstacle. By slashing fees for critical medical exams and eliminating required deposits for dialysis in public health facilities, authorities have fundamentally reshaped healthcare accessibility across the nation. From privilege to right: the human impact of healthcare reform In the bustling halls of Burkina Faso’s public hospitals,…

As part of a massive $33 billion global humanitarian appeal for 2026, the United Nations and its partner organizations are requesting $5.1 billion. This funding is essential to provide life-saving assistance to 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across West and Central Africa. Projections for 2026 indicate that over 42 million people will require urgent aid to ensure their survival and safety. The countries most affected include Burkina Faso, Cameroun, Mali, Niger, Nigéria, the République centrafricaine, the République démocratique du Congo, and Tchad. Charles Bernimolin, the regional head of…

As part of a broader $33 billion global initiative for 2026, the United Nations and its humanitarian partners are requesting $5.1 billion to support 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across West and Central Africa. This urgent call for pan-African news outlets to highlight the region’s plight comes as millions face unprecedented challenges. By 2026, it is estimated that over 42 million people will require life-saving assistance and protection in nations including Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and…

The Beninese government reported on Sunday morning that it had successfully thwarted an attempted coup d’état in Cotonou. The announcement followed a televised statement by a group of soldiers claiming to have removed President Patrice Talon from office. President Talon, who has been in office since 2016 and is set to conclude his second term in April 2026, remains safe according to close associates. The situation in Cotonou remains fluid, with gunfire reported in the early hours and military personnel blocking access to key government buildings, including the presidential palace…

Africa Benin authorities thwart coup attempt amid regional tensions Gunfire erupted near the presidential palace in Cotonou as soldiers sealed off access points, sparking fears of a destabilizing power grab. Agence France-Presse In Cotonou Article Why trust Le Devoir? Benin’s government announced Sunday that it had thwarted a coup attempt targeting President Patrice Talon, who reassured citizens that the situation was “fully under control”. West Africa’s regional bloc, the ECOWAS, pledged military support to stabilize the country. The attempted power grab unfolded mere months before Talon’s second term concludes, following…

steady progress in HPV vaccination rollout in Mali after one year One year after introducing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, Mali is making steady progress in protecting its girls. Across the capital and surrounding areas, increasing numbers of 10-year-old girls are receiving their life-saving dose against cervical cancer. While challenges linger—misinformation, logistical hurdles, and lingering hesitancy—health workers, civil society groups, and families are celebrating a breakthrough for women’s health. Amin Dem, a midwife in Bamako’s Korofina district, recalls the early days of resistance when both girls and parents feared the…