The Morning Call
Mali’s President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita appointed the government of the country’s new prime minister, Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga, as he prepares for a presidential campaign amid an ongoing threat from jihadists.
Six new members are entering the government, formed hours after 63-year-old Maiga’s appointment on Saturday following the unexpected resignation of Abdoulaye Idrissa Maiga on Friday.
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Niger signs deal to supply Mali with cheaper diesel
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Mali's junta bans media from reporting on political activities
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Mali bans political party activities as calls for elections grow