Timbuktu became the heart of his empire, the centre of trade and culture. News of wealth and ... It attracted scholars and visitors to Mali. People came from Ethiopia, Andalusia (southern Spain ...
The threat from Islamist militants, who have killed several thousand people and forced tens of thousands from their homes, has continued over the years. While the UN force in Mali has a wider ...
Jihadist attacks have surged in Mali after two military coups in 16 months (file image) At least 31 people have been killed in central Mali after militants attacked a bus carrying civilians to a ...