Government confirms death of Defense Minister in Kati attack
via Abidjan.net7 min read
The government has confirmed the death of the Defense Minister, who was killed in an attack in Kati. This announcement was made on Monday, April 27, 2026, by AFPTV. The news comes amidst other political developments in the region, including a 72-hour curfew decreed in Bamako following attacks, and calls from Bassirou Diomaye Faye for collective security on the continent. Additionally, there have been reports of ongoing clashes in Mali between the army and "terrorist groups" near Bamako and in the interior of the country.
Free daily or weekly digest of the most important stories from across 18 African countries. No spam, unsubscribe any time.
This summary was AI-generated from a story originally published by Abidjan.net.
PETROCI Holding, the national oil company, welcomed its new Chairman of the Board of Directors on April 23, 2026, with the handover between the outgoing Joachim Beugré and the new Chairman, Moussa Dosso. This transition was supervised by Seydou Bamba, Director General of the State Portfolio, and attended by administrators and company executives. Following this administrative act, the General Management and staff organized a ceremony to thank the outgoing Chairman and welcome the new Chairman.
Must ReadThe headline for Monday, April 27, 2026, announces that the extensive program for SILA 2026 is set to begin tomorrow. This information was published by Abidjan.net TV. Other news from April 26, 2026, includes the government thwarting coordinated terrorist attacks and Donald Trump's evacuation after loud detonations at a correspondents' dinner. On April 24, 2026, topics covered the new vaccination booklet reform for travelers, concerns about insecurity in the Anyama tunnel, the lifting of Assalé Tiémoko's custody, and the ocean as a development driver for Ivorian youth. A poll asks if former Guinean Prime Minister Lansana Kouyaté will succeed in bringing AES back into ECOWAS after his appointment as mediator. Related articles from April 25, 2026, highlight the SNET 2026 technical education exhibition, a blood drive by Lions Club Abidjan Akora, the Prime Minister's call for unity at Imam Berté Mamadou's enthronement, the "Remarkable Personalities 2025" event, and the provisional administration of the Chamber of Business and Real Estate Law. Other news includes digital training for rural women in Anyama, Divam's launch of "Ubuntu AI," and a building collapse in Odienné resulting in one death and seven serious injuries.
Must ReadThe Transitional Government of Mali announced the tragic death of Army Corps General Sadio Camara, Minister of State, Minister of Defense and Veterans Affairs. General Camara succumbed to injuries sustained during a terrorist attack on April 25, 2026. A suicide bomber in a vehicle targeted his residence, leading to an exchange of fire where he neutralized some assailants before being wounded and later dying at the hospital. The attack also caused the collapse of his residence and a nearby mosque, resulting in the deaths of worshippers. General Assimi Goita, President of the Transition, Head of State, and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, along with the government and people of Mali, extended their deepest condolences to General Camara's family and all civilian and military victims. General Goita praised General Camara's combativeness, intrepidity, humanism, professionalism, and his distinguished service in national defense. In recognition of his service, national funerals will be held for General Camara, with details to be announced later.
BreakingA 72-hour curfew has been declared in Bamako following recent attacks, according to a report by ORTM. This development comes amidst ongoing political and security concerns in the region. Separately, former Guinean Prime Minister Lansana Kouyaté has been appointed as a mediator between ECOWAS and AES, with a mission to facilitate AES's return to ECOWAS. In other news, Vice-Prime Minister Téné Birahima Ouattara spoke at the Rotary International Grand Conference, urging the breaking of barriers to build peace. Additionally, reports indicate ongoing clashes between the army and "terrorist groups" on the outskirts of Bamako and in the country's interior.