UN flags Nigeria, Mali among 16 global hunger hotspots
A joint UN report has warned that worsening conflicts and funding gaps could push millions into famine, listing Nigeria among 16 global hunger hotspots.
Al Qaeda
Mali’s insurgency poses new threat to West Africa
“Mali is on the brink of collapse as an al-Qaeda-linked insurgent group tightens its grip around the capital, Bamako.”
Al Qaeda is on the brink of taking over Mali
An al-Qaeda-linked group, JNIM, has crippled Mali with a fuel blockade and rising attacks, pushing the nation toward an economic and political collapse.
US urges citizens to leave Mali as Jihadist blockade deepens crisis
The US embassy in Mali has urged American citizens to leave the country immediately as jihadist blockades on fuel supplies worsen insecurity and disrupt daily life.
Mali imposes $10,000 visa bond on U.S. citizens in retaliation to Trump’s visa policy
Mali has announced that U.S. citizens will now have to post a visa bond of up to $10,000 in response to a similar U.S. requirement imposed on Malian nationals.
Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger declare exit from ICC
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have withdrawn from the ICC, accusing it of neo-colonial bias while denying rights abuses by their militaries.
Nigeria joins Sudan, Ethiopia, Mali, others on U.S. “Do Not Travel” watchlist
The U.S. has added Nigeria and 15 African countries to its high-risk travel advisory list, citing insecurity, political instability, and health concerns.
Ghana defeat Mali 1-0 to strengthen World Cup hopes
Djiku’s goal lifted Ghana to a vital 1-0 win over Mali, keeping them top of Group I in the World Cup qualifiers.
Burkina Faso, Mali boycott African military summit in Nigeria
Burkina Faso and Mali skipped a major African military summit hosted by Nigeria, as tensions persist between junta-led Sahel nations and their regional neighbours.
Australia urges Israel to abandon Gaza city takeover plans
The call came after Israel’s security cabinet approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal for the Israel Defense Forces to take control of Gaza City, displacing tens of thousands of Palestinians.