About us

Al-Sahel in Arabic is an independent media platform that follows and analyses political, security, military and economic developments in Africa’s Sahel region, with a particular focus on the Republic of Mali and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), and on the strategic shifts and security and geopolitical challenges the region is going through.

The platform publishes news and analysis based on available sources, official statements, field reports and media monitoring, to give a clear and complete picture of the events and developments shaping the region’s future.

Our vision

To help build specialised journalism that keeps pace with the issues of the African Sahel, reflects its peoples’ aspirations to security, stability, development and national sovereignty, and sheds light on the changes under way in Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger and the other countries of the region.

Our position on security and counter-terrorism

Al-Sahel in Arabic clearly rejects terrorism, violent extremism and the armed groups that target civilians and state institutions and threaten the security and stability of communities.

The platform supports the legitimate efforts of African states, first among them Mali and the Alliance of Sahel States, to fight terrorism, strengthen security, protect their national territory and safeguard their sovereignty and independence.

It also holds that lasting security cannot be achieved by military operations alone: it requires stronger state institutions, protection of civilians, tackling the causes of extremism and support for economic and social stability.

Our editorial independence

Al-Sahel in Arabic is independent in its management and editorial line. It does not represent any government body, military institution or political party.

We separate news from analysis and opinion, attribute information to its sources, verify reports as far as possible, avoid misinformation and unconfirmed claims, and respect professional standards of coverage.

Our independence does not mean standing at an equal distance from terrorism; it means reporting the truth professionally and defending peoples’ right to security, sovereignty and stability.

What we cover

• Political, security and military developments in Mali.
• The activities of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and regional coordination.
• The fight against terrorism and armed groups in the Sahel.
• African and international relations and geopolitical change.
• Borders, regional security and military cooperation.
• The economy, energy, mining and development.
• Humanitarian and social issues affecting the peoples of the region.

Our languages and mission

We publish in Arabic and French, to reach a wider audience and to strengthen media coverage of the issues facing Africa’s Sahel region.

Al-Sahel in Arabic | An independent voice following the affairs of the African Sahel, supporting security and stability, confronting terrorism, and respecting the sovereignty of states and their peoples’ right to a safe future.