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Security - 29 April 2026
Sudan’s Democratic Block Adopts New Statutes, Discusses Democratic Transition
Port Sudan, April 26, 2026 - Sudan’s Democratic Block alliance has adopted new internal statutes and held discussions on the country’s path toward democratic transition during a two-day organizational meeting in Port Sudan.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudanese Army Says It Repelled Rebel Attack in Blue Nile Region
Ed Damazin, April 29, 2026 - The Sudanese army said Tuesday it repelled a renewed attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), led by Abdel Aziz al-Hilu, in Sudan’s…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudan Calls for End to Foreign Interference at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Antalya, April 17, 2026 - Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Mohieddin Salem, has called for an end to foreign interference and the influx of foreign fighters, warning that both are major drivers of the country’s ongoing…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Burhan Receives Defecting RSF Commander in Northern State
Dongola, April 19, 2026 - Sudan’s army chief and head of the Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has received a senior commander who defected from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), in what marks a significant…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Artillery Strike Hits Dilling Market, Killing Four Amid Escalating Fighting
Dilling, April 11, 2026 - At least four people were killed and 13 others injured after artillery fire struck a central market in the city of Dilling, in South Kordofan, as fighting continues between Sudanese forces and…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Timbuktu Region: Armed Group Claims Attack on Military Convoy
April 18, 2026 - The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) announced that it carried out an attack targeting a military vehicle near Timbuktu in northern Mali.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Mali Signs Performance Contracts to Strengthen Hospital Governance and Care Quality
Bamako, April 20, 2026 - Mali has taken a significant step toward improving the performance of its healthcare system with the introduction of performance contracts between the State and public health facilities.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Africa Corps Claims Repelled Coup Attempt Amid Widespread Attacks in Mali
April 25, 2026 - The Africa Corps of the Russian Armed Forces issued a statement claiming it had helped thwart a large-scale coordinated offensive in Mali involving multiple armed groups and simultaneous attacks across…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Multiple Withdrawals and Renewed Fighting Across Mali Amid Escalating Insecurity
April 27, 2026 - The security situation in Mali further deteriorated as multiple withdrawals, territorial changes, and renewed clashes were reported across several regions, alongside fresh incidents in the capital Bamako.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Reports of Military Withdrawals and High-Level Political Uncertainty Following Offensive
April 26, 2026 - The aftermath of the coordinated offensive launched across Mali continued to unfold, with significant developments reported in both northern and central regions, alongside major political uncertainty in Bamako.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Coordinated Multi-City Offensive and Claims of Territorial Gains Across Mali
April 25, 2026 - A series of coordinated attacks and offensives were reported across multiple cities in Mali and the broader Azawad area, marking one of the most extensive and simultaneous security escalations in recent years.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Kidal and Gao Situation: Competing Claims Emerge Amid Ongoing Security Operations
April 25, 2026 - The security situation in northern Mali has become increasingly complex following competing statements from armed actors and the Malian Armed Forces regarding developments in Kidal and Gao.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read