Mali bans political party activities as calls for elections grow
Malian authorities on Wednesday issued a decree banning political party activities amid calls on the ruling army junta to organize elections. The announcement was made by the government spokesperson on state television on Wednesday evening. Abdoulaye Maiga said the ban on political activities was made in the interest of maintaining public order. The statement did […]
Former Mali foreign minister named PM
Moctar Ouane served as Mali’s foreign minister between 2004 and 2011 and permanent representative to the UN from 1995 to 2002.
Army colonel, Assimi Goita, emerges as Mali’s new military leader
An army colonel, Assimi Goita, has emerged as the new military leader after ousting President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta in a coup.
Mali’s president resigns and dissolves parliament
Mali’s President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta has resigned, after being detained by soldiers on Tuesday, state TV reports. In a televised address, Mr Keïta said he was also dissolving the government and parliament. “I want no blood to be spilled to keep me in power,” he added. It comes hours after he and Prime Minister Boubou […]
Malian soldiers block roads, gunfire reported inside army base near Bamako
There is growing anger in the country due to the worsening security situation, with jihadist and communal violence on the increase.
Hard landing of UN plane injures 11
The United Nations plane suffered extensive damage during the incident, the mission said in a statement but investigations are underway.
Adama Traore yet to decide between Spain and Mali
The 23-year-old Wolves star was born in Spain to Malian parents and is eligible to play for either national side.