After Two African Coups, Functioning Democracies Brought Down in Ancient Mali and Guinea-Bissau
Mali articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Mali. Mali is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, Mali is not an electoral democracy but held a vote in August 2013 that was "considered free and fair with peaceful concession made by opposition contender". Also check out our section on World Democracy and our Africa articles.
Neighboring Countries Hit Mali With Sanctions Following Coup
West Africa Protest Violent Removal of Elected Leadership in Impoverished Mali With Sanctions
Mali Military Coup Condemned as Democracy Overthrown
Instability in Saharan Desert and Mali Military Coup is Causing Mass Displacement and Conflict