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Mali borders Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Senegal and Mauritania. It is one of the Sahel countries being hit by a terrorist insurgency.

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April 12, 2024

Mali: Junta bans media coverage of political parties

April 11, 2024

Mali junta cracks down on political activity

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Reports & Analysis

Leaders of ECOWAS countries pose on a red carpet at a summit in Abuja

ECOWAS is under pressure to reform

ECOWAS is under pressure to reform

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is in crisis mode and observers are calling for profound reforms.
PoliticsApril 17, 2024
Mali's junta leader Assimi Goita

Mali widens crackdown on politics, media

Mali widens crackdown on politics, media

The ruling junta has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life.
PoliticsApril 13, 2024
Residents cross a road damaged by rains in Tula, Tana River county in Kenya

Malawi, Kenya and Mali in the path of climate change

Malawi, Kenya and Mali in the path of climate change

Many countries are being hit by the effects of climate change, including extreme drought, floods and a heat waves.
ClimateApril 11, 202401:38 min
President of Chad's Transition Council Mahamat Idriss Deby looks on as he attends the 63rd Independence Day celebrations

Chad: What to expect from the presidential election

Chad: What to expect from the presidential election

Mahamat Idriss Deby, who has pursued stronger ties with France in recent years, is likely to win the vote on May 6.
PoliticsApril 11, 202401:38 min
A Malian army paratrooper poses with an AK-47 assault rifle

The struggle for control in Mali's restive north

The struggle for control in Mali's restive north

Mali's regime drives a tough military course in the north, but jihadists and rebels are adapting their strategies.
PoliticsFebruary 29, 2024
Senegal's President Macky Sall delivers a statement as he stands in front of the Senegalese flag.

Senegal: Why has President Macky Sall postponed elections?

Senegal: Why has President Macky Sall postponed elections?

Senegal’s President Macky Sall's announcement to postpone elections sparked protests in the country.
PoliticsFebruary 5, 202401:31 min
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Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo looks on during the 64th Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

ECOWAS 'weaker' as Sahel trio quit the bloc

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have cut ties with ECOWAS, a key body in a region hit by coups and security crises.
PoliticsJanuary 30, 2024
A man squats on his haunches near a hole in the ground and trees

Senegal's gold rush: More wealth, but at what cost?

Mining in Senegal is an economic boon for the region, but mounting instability in Mali makes it vulnerable, too.
BusinessJanuary 17, 2024
Soldiers walk beside tanks bearing the German flag.

Explainer: What German troops withdrawal in Mali portends

Germany has ended its participation in the UN mission in Mali in a pullout ordered by Mali's military leaders.
PoliticsDecember 12, 202301:57 min
A Malian soldier

Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger alliance faces uphill task

Junta-led Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger want to form a new alliance but experts urge them to mend ties with ECOWAS.
TerrorismDecember 5, 2023
A man speaks to the camera, with a photo of a statue of chained slaves behind him

Modern slavery on the rise around the world

Varying forms of modern slavery have increased significantly in the last five years, according to the United Nations.
SocietyNovember 30, 202301:28 min
A member of the Malian special forces stands guard

Mali: Is Kidal's recapture a step toward peace?

Mali's military has taken Kidal from rebel groups. But experts fear that any new attacks might jeopardize lasting peace.
ConflictsNovember 17, 2023