Mali constitutional referendum
Will revamped constitution herald stability in war-torn Mali?
A recent referendum has brought about major changes to Mali’s constitution and laid the foundations for elections next year. Despite challenges posed by separatist groups and Islamist insurgency, there is hope that the referendum is a step in the right direction
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