A northern knot – untangling local peacebuilding politics in Mali
The conflict in northern Mali has now lasted more than four years. Until local political processes connect to the bigger picture, peace will remain elusive.
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Transitional justice in Mali – opportunities and challenges
The negotiations for a comprehensive peace deal in Mali have been marred by continuing violence and the refusal of key parties to sign the final... Read More
The active defense of the cultural heritage of humanity
Today we face the deliberate destruction of cultural heritage, such as the large Buddha statues in Afghanistan, manuscripts in Timbuktuica and religious and cultural artifacts... Read More
The road to peace in Mali – political roadblocks and other obstacles
Civil society organisations are doing good work in Mali. But their job is being made more difficult by the need to address the root causes... Read More
Mali – hijacked autonomy, outsized ambitions, French intervention
Whilst it may be fairly easy for the French forces to take the three major cities of north Mali, there are fears that the Islamic... Read More
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