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Society and Ideas — Documentary Children in Cameroon face the lingering threat of Boko Haram Video available to subscribers only Subscribe to access this video content Log in In the award-winning documentary "The Specter of Boko Haram," Cameroonian filmmaker Cyrielle Raingou captures the resilience of young lives shaped by terror. Through a child’s perspective, the film reveals how communities in Cameroon are forging ahead despite the ever-present threat of violent e...

In N’Djamena and other major cities across Chad, online sports betting and casino games are gaining explosive popularity among young people. The allure of quick profits, digital entertainment, and social influence has turned these platforms into a growing trend within the country’s urban youth culture. The phenomenon is most visible in the capital’s busiest districts, where betting kiosks overflow with young patrons during high-profile European football matches. Smartphones in hand, these youth place bets on matches, hoping to turn a profit from their wagers. “It started as a joke with friends, but now I place bets every weekend,” shares a university student named Mahamat. The rise of mobile applications and digital platforms has further fueled this trend. With just a few taps, users can...

Across Chad’s bustling urban centers, a wave of resilience is reshaping the landscape of informal trade. Women, their heads crowned with baskets brimming with sun-ripened mangoes, golden fried pastries, or vibrantly patterned fabrics, weave through crowded alleyways. Their voices rise above the din of motorcycles and chattering pedestrians, each pitch a lifeline to survival. From N’Djamena’s sprawling markets to the streets of Moundou and Abéché, these women are no longer confined to the shadows of their homes—they command the streets, one sale at a time. Take Aïcha, for instance. In her early thirties, she balances a toddler on her back as she hawks roasted peanuts, her gaze locked on passing buyers. “It’s not easy,” she admits, handing a handful of nuts to a customer, “but now, I make t...

how targeted disinformation silences senegalese women online In Senegal, digital spaces are increasingly becoming battlegrounds where women face a particularly vicious form of disinformation. A groundbreaking study reveals that 61% of Senegalese women have been subjected to gendered disinformation campaigns, which attack their bodies, sexuality, and private lives rather than their ideas or professional work. This phenomenon, documented in a report titled "gendered disinformation in Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire: forms, impact, and stakes", highlights a disturbing trend where women in public life—politicians, journalists, activists, influencers, and artists—are systematically undermined through fabricated narratives about their morality or personal lives. the "72-hour phenomenon": a uniquely...

In the bustling neighborhoods of N’Djamena and across various secondary cities in Chad, a distressing medical trend is emerging: a significant rise in recurrent miscarriages among women in their twenties. These young mothers are facing a painful social and clinical reality that remains largely underserved. Caught between cultural taboos, a lack of public awareness, and limited access to specialized healthcare, this phenomenon is leaving deep psychological scars and destabilizing many couples. To shed light on the origins of these spontaneous pregnancy losses and their broader impact, we consulted Dr. Deubalbe Djonka Djoret, a general practitioner. According to the physician, a miscarriage or spontaneous abortion is defined as the loss of a fetus before the 20th or 22nd week of amenorrhea—...

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The Mali has made notable strides in health metrics over recent years, including reductions in child mortality, under-5 mortality, maternal mortality, and improved life expectancy. In 2018, the nation launched an ambitious universal health coverage initiative. However, despite these efforts, securing quality healthcare remains a significant hurdle for many citizens. Persistent challenges such as a shortage of qualified healthcare workers and inadequate funding continue to strain the system, worsened by prolonged political instability. The situation is particularly acute in rural areas, where over half of the country’s doctors are concentrated in the capital, Bamako. According to the World Health Organization’s 2024 universal health coverage service index, Mali sco...

trained midwives empower women's health in Mali Bamako — Kadidia, a 19-year-old student in Bamako, once hesitated to discuss contraception due to deep-rooted taboos in her community. « I was afraid of being judged or talked about behind my back, » she recalls. Her experience reflects the challenges faced by thousands of young women in Mali when accessing sexual and reproductive health services. statistics reveal persistent challenges Despite progress, Mali continues to grapple with high maternal mortality rates. In 2024, the country recorded 583 maternal deaths, including 89 among adolescents aged 15 to 19. The risks associated with early and unplanned pregnancies remain significant. While the number of women using modern contraceptive methods rose from 480,682 in 2023 to 559,493 in 202...

strengthening Mali's healthcare system for better access Following the launch of the first National Health Month, Malian authorities aim to bridge gaps in healthcare access. Updated on June 25, 2025 share Healthcare access in Mali remains unequal, with rural and conflict-affected regions facing the biggest challenges. The 2012 security crisis further strained an already fragile system, leaving many—especially young children, pregnant women, and war-wounded individuals—without timely medical care. In response, Malian authorities are prioritizing health sector reforms despite ongoing security concerns. The launch of November’s inaugural National Health Month marks a pivotal step, introducing expanded social protection programs t...