The Politics of Islam in Mali: Separating Myth from Reality

The Politics of Islam in Mali: Separating Myth from Reality

Settling the place of Islam in Mali’s society and politics is a less visible but longer-term challenge to the state than its rebellious north and stalled peace process. The government should work toward a partnership with religious authorities to enable them to play a stabilising role. (18 July)

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Mali: «L’émergence d’un parti de type Frères musulmans parait peu probable»

Cynthia Ohayon, Analyst for West Africa, introduces Crisis Group's newest report The Politics of Islam in Mali: Separating Myth from Reality to Sahelien. (20 July)