Death of Amadou Bagayoko from Amadou & Mariam

Amadou Bagayoko, one half of the music duo Amadou & Mariam from Mali, has passed away at the age of 70. He was a renowned guitarist and singer who went blind at the age of 15 due to a congenital cataract. Bagayoko and his wife Mariam Doumbia formed a band called Mali's Blind Couple in 1980, blending traditional African influences with rock, blues, and pop. Their music won them international acclaim and multiple awards.

Attack on Russian Mercenaries in Mali

At least six Russian mercenaries working for the Wagner Group were killed in an attack by an al-Qaida-linked group in central Mali. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict and presence of foreign fighters in the region.

Diplomatic Backlash in West Africa Against Ukraine

Two West African countries have cut diplomatic ties with Ukraine following claims that Ukraine helped anti-government rebels in Mali battle and possibly kill Malian soldiers and Russian forces.

Russian-backed Wagner Mercenary Group in Mali

Russian-backed Wagner mercenary group in Mali suffered heavy losses fighting separatist rebels, revealing their crucial role in the region's conflict.

Violent Attack in Mali

At least 26 people were killed in an armed attack on a village in Mali's central region, near the border with Burkina Faso. The assailants targeted villagers as they worked in their farmlands. The violence is part of the ongoing conflict in the region.