AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHuman Rights Watch on Mali: HRW says Russia-linked Africa Corps airstrikes on Kyrnia in Mopti on June 15 killed eight civilians, including three children, and hit a cattle market—while reporting no JNIM fighters among the dead, urging Mali to investigate allied abuses. Security in the Sahel: Analysts say Mali’s crisis is worsening as al-Qaeda-linked JNIM and separatist FLA coordinate bigger attacks, raising pressure on the junta and its Russian partners. US visa shake-up affecting Mali: From August 1, the US will move routine visa services to regional hubs, including Bamako, with applicants scheduling appointments and paying fees at designated centers. Culture & heritage in Timbuktu: A new generation of librarians is helping preserve Mali’s manuscripts, with exhibits and tours bringing Timbuktu’s collections to wider audiences. Women’s rights in Mali: UN Women-backed community work continues to challenge female genital mutilation, with local advocates pushing change through dialogue and trusted voices. Music spotlight: Afrobeats star Davido drops his sixth studio album, ‘ORIADE,’ blending Yoruba-rooted themes with collaborations across Africa and beyond.
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