Tag Archives: islam

Mali’s existential threat: Jihadism, or the French?

Posted on November 15, 2019 by brucewhitehouse

I have tremendous admiration for Salif Keita, who for decades has reigned as the Malian singer best known to Western ears. His recordings, concerts, and activism have made him famous all over the world. With a career dating back to … Continue reading →

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Blessings and curses

Posted on May 25, 2012 by brucewhitehouse

The power went out in our neighborhood around 10:30 this morning — a noteworthy occurrence, since blackouts have become quite rare in the last month (though apparently the problems at EDM, the state electrical utility, are far from over). The … Continue reading →

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False passports, false hopes, and false flags

Posted on May 19, 2012 by brucewhitehouse

Here in Bamako we’re in waiting mode while negotiations drag on over who will be the country’s president during the transition period to new elections. The CNRDRE junta’s recent call for a “national convention” on the matter appears to have … Continue reading →

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Briefs for Wednesday, May 9: Afghanistan-on-the-Niger?

Posted on May 9, 2012 by brucewhitehouse

We are hearing more and more worrisome news from the north. Reports from both RFI and the Algerian press indicate that jihadis from Pakistan have been arriving in Timbuktu and Kidal to join forces with Al Qaeda in the Islamic … Continue reading →

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