The move comes as the country seeks to establish peace and stability, following a national dialogue aimed at addressing the ongoing jihadist insurgency and military rule that began in 2020.
Mali’s military government has reinstated political party activities, reversing a suspension that had been in effect since April.
The move comes as the country seeks to establish peace and stability, following a national dialogue aimed at addressing the ongoing jihadist insurgency and military rule that began in 2020.
“By taking this deterrent measure, the government was able to contain all the threats of public disorder that hung over this major event,” the council said in a statement quoted by Reuters.
Given the focus was now on implementing the recommendations of the April 13-May 10 peace dialogue, the government will allow political parties to resume their activities, it said.
This move comes after the junta, which seized power in 2021, failed to hold promised elections in February, citing technical issues, and instead indefinitely postponed the vote.
The move sparked widespread condemnation from political parties and civil society organizations, who are urging a swift return to democratic rule.
The region has witnessed a troubling trend of military coups, with eight successful takeovers in West and Central Africa since 2020, including in neighbouring countries Burkina Faso and Niger, which are also grappling with extremist threats from al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates.
