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In Mali, as insurgents run, wary residents take wait-and-see approach

Global Politics

Mali’s insurgents have been rolled back, pushed out of their strongholds and into the countryside. But residents, tired from the ordeal they lived through, are cautious. Though they’re happy they’ve been ejected, they’re concerned it’s only a matter of time until they crop up again.

New Mali prime minister played key role in 1997 NASA Mars exploration

Mali’s Future Not Bright Despite French Military Action

Lifestyle & Belief

French Troops Gird for More Battle in Northern Mali

Conflict & Justice

On the Road to Gao, Mali, Dangers Still Loom

Lifestyle & Belief

Mali: Islamists Gone for Now in Gao, Security Concerns Remain

Our recent road trip to the city of Gao, center of much of the jihadist troops, revealed suggestions that the area still isn’t secure from the threat of more attacks.

French Convoy Delivers Supplies to Northern Mali

Conflict & Justice

A French-led convoy carrying food and military supplies arrived in the northern Malian town of Gao. Reporter Laura Lynch was with them. She’s covering the story for The World and the CBC.

Refugees from Mali’s North, Delighted by Military Success, Unsure About Future

Conflict & Justice

As the militants melt away from cities and towns in northern Mali, there have been scenes of jubilation. People who have experienced life under the rule of Islamist fighters say it has been a harsh, violent existence.

Mali Conflict Shifts to Timbuktu

Global Politics

French and Malian forces reportedly entered the historic city of Timbuktu, and Islamist militants who had been in control of the city may have fled.

The World

Global Hit: Habib Koite

Arts, Culture & Media

Anchor Marco Werman speaks with guitarist Habib Koite. The musician from Mali performs some of the songs from his latest CD.