After four years of transition in Mali, uncertainty remains over whether a presidential election will take place in 2025. The New Year’s ceremony held at the Koulouba Palace on February 14 was mainly an opportunity for the Secretary-General of the Presidency to present a report on the reforms undertaken since Assimi Goïta came to power in 2021. Among the highlighted …
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More than 40 people lost their lives on Saturday due to the collapse of an artisanal gold mine in the Dabiya commune, located in the municipality of Talato, in the Kayes region of western Mali. The rescue operations were severely hindered by the lack of adequate infrastructure in the region, making it difficult to attend to the injured, according to …
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The electoral process for the Vice-Chairmanship of the African Union concluded following six closely contested rounds, with the outcomes of the votes either being tied or separated by a margin of 2 to 4 votes. However, it was observed by all the participating delegations that there was a marked distinction between the Moroccan candidate and the other contenders, particularly the …
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Algeria has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Niger in the construction of an oil refinery with a minimum capacity of 100,000 barrels per day, along with a petrochemical plant in the Dosso region. This initiative aims to strengthen Niger’s petroleum industry and train specialists in the energy sector. During a meeting in Algiers on February 10, 2025, Algerian Energy Minister …
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Kosmos Energy, the American company operating the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas field offshore Senegal and Mauritania, announced the commencement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) production on Tuesday, more than a month after the start of crude production. This milestone marks the transition to liquefying the gas, which makes its transport easier and more efficient. In a statement, Kosmos Energy, …
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The Backbone Transmission Investment Project (BTIP) has significantly improved Tanzania’s national power grid, with a notable impact in the capital, Dodoma. Reliable electricity has transformed daily life, benefiting businesses, industries, and essential services like healthcare. At Dodoma Regional Referral Hospital, the drastic reduction in power outages has enhanced operations, ensuring safer conditions during critical surgeries and improving overall patient care. …
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Elon Musk may be the richest man today, but he falls short of Mansa Musa, the 14th-century ruler of the Mali Empire. With an estimated fortune between 400 and 600 billion euros, Mansa Musa remains the wealthiest person in history, thanks to Mali’s vast gold reserves.
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Rédaction: Mamoudou Samoura African policies and institutions are evolving, but at what pace? This is the central question posed by the latest Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) 2024 report, published in July 2024 by the World Bank. The annual document evaluates the quality of governance and policy frameworks in 39 Sub-Saharan African countries, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges. …
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East Africa, while curbing terrorism, now faces rising piracy and cybercrime. Strengthening cybersecurity, coastguards, and regional cooperation is crucial to tackling these new threats.
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The Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Abdel-Fatau Musah, has reiterated the organization’s commitment to continued collaboration with Sahel nations on security and humanitarian issues. In an exclusive statement to RIA Novosti, Musah emphasized the need for collective efforts to tackle terrorism in the region, saying: “Sooner or later, we …
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