UN team set to arrive in Mali
A United Nations team will arrive in the Malian capital of Bamako tomorrow to support the Malian authorities, according to UN spokesperson Martin Nesirky.
– UN spokesperson Martin NesirkyThe role of the advance team is to engage with the Malian authorities to ensure full UN support in the implementation of resolution 2085 on both its political and security tracks.
Timbuktu residents celebrate end of Islamist rule
Throughout ten months of Islamist rule, the people of Timbuktu risked their lives to preserve the artefacts of their ancient heritage.
French president to receive hero's welcome in Mali
Francois Hollande is due to visit Timbuktu during his visit to the West African country this weekend. He will be welcomed by many.
Mali military effort: What the UK is offering
Downing Street have been explaining what offers the UK have made to the military effort in Mali.