Militants attack Mali’s main military base
The Malian army repels a terrorist attack against its largest military base, located on the outskirts of Bamako. Seven assailants were killed and eight arrested in the assault.
Meanwhile, USAID is pledging $255 million to help Kenya deal with the aftermath of a severe drought. More than four million people are currently facing severe food shortages in the country.
And as Tunisia prepares for a very important referendum next week, our team in Tunis reflects on the role of the media and civil society in the year since President Kais Saied took power. .