Mali has been plagued by a seemingly endless cycle of turmoil since 2012, when a military coup first shook the West African nation. Since then, the country has struggled to regain stability, with a mix of political instability, terrorist attacks, and humanitarian crises testing the resilience of its people. The latest developments have raised concerns about the country's future, as Malian authorities grapple with the aftermath of a coup that ousted President Bah Ndaw in 2020. As the international community continues to provide aid and support, the question remains: can Mali finally break free from its cycle of crisis and find a path towards lasting peace and prosperity?


Mali has been reeling from one political or security crisis to another since 2012.