Mali: 25 soldiers killed in attacks by suspected jihadists
Suspected jihadists have killed about twenty-five Malian soldiers after they attacked two army camps in central Mali on Monday, the government said in a statement. […]
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UN launches initiative to promote understanding in Malian communities
In Mali, a trial project is under way to help aid workers get a better understanding for the needs of communities vulnerable to escalating violence […]
UN warns of spike in grave violations against children in Mali as ‘the new normal’
The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and partners on Tuesday, called on all warring parties in Mali to stop attacks on Children and “keep them out […]
MALI to build 50 MW photovoltaic power plant with a World Bank $52 million loan
The Government of Mali has recently received close to $52 million for the construction of a 50 MW solar power plant under public-private partnership (PPP). […]
Mali: World Bank approves $90 million grant for electrification projects
The World Bank has approved $90 million (52 billion CFA francs) financing to improve energy development in Mali. The grant will help the Malian authorities […]
Counterterrorism: Qatar sends 24 armored vehicles to Mali
Qatar has sent 24 armored vehicles to Mali, in a move, it said, aimed at stabilizing the African country and supporting a peace agreement between […]
EU announces €125 million funding for Sahel region
The EU has announced new funding totaling €125 million for the Sahel countries. The fresh injection of €125 million will be used for the swift […]
WAMU: Three Moroccan banks in the top 5
Three Moroccan banks have positioned themselves in the top 5 banking groups in the West African Monetary Union (WAMU), Ecofin news Agency reported. These are […]
Burkina Faso: Teachers, students whipped by jihadists
A new jihadist group has emerged in Burkina Faso, treating teachers and students near the borders with Mali and Niger, BBC Afrique reported. According to […]
Mali: Two peacekeepers dead after dawn attack, several injured – UN Mission
The UN Stabilization Mission in Mali, MINUSMA, reported on Saturday that two peacekeepers had been killed and several others wounded, following a coordinated attack at […]