Tag: Mali
Mali recovers $1.2 billion from mining firms after sector audit
Mali’s government has recovered 761 billion CFA francs ($1.2 billion) in outstanding payments from mining companies following a…
From Mali to Madagascar: Tracking Africa’s coup wave
The recent military takeover in Guinea-Bissau marks yet another chapter in Africa’s ongoing struggle with political instability, bringing…
Barrick mining settles long-running conflict with Mali government
Barrick Mining Corp. announced on Monday, November 24, 2025, that it has reached a comprehensive agreement with the…
African Union urges action over Mali’s worsening security crisis
The African Union (AU) has called for an urgent and coordinated international response, including intelligence-sharing and enhanced cooperation, …
U.S. lifts visa bond requirement for Mali
The United States has removed Mali from its list of countries whose citizens were required to pay visa…
Mali closes schools nationwide over fuel crisis
Mali’s government has ordered the closure of all schools and universities across the country beginning Sunday, October 26,…
Former Malian Prime Minister faces trial over criticism of Junta
The trial of former Malian Prime Minister Moussa Mara began on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the cybercrime…
Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger exit ICC, call it a “neocolonial instrument”
In a dramatic escalation of their political realignment, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have formally declared their withdrawal…
Mali army escorts fuel convoys after militant attacks
Mali’s security forces have intensified escort operations for fuel and civilian convoys following a wave of militant attacks…
45 Malian soldiers, including top generals, detained over alleged coup plot
Mali’s military authorities have detained at least 45 soldiers, among them two senior generals, over allegations of plotting…
Mali military bases hit in suspected Jihadist assaults
Armed militants suspected to be jihadists mounted simultaneous assaults on several Malian military installations in the early hours…
Mali and Russia deepen economic ties with nuclear cooperation deal
Mali and Russia have formalized a series of agreements aimed at strengthening their economic and trade relations, including…