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Why has Mali replaced its Prime Minister?

Why has Mali replaced its Prime Minister?

Mali's junta sacks the country's Prime Minister and replaces him with a new leader

Focus on Africa · BBC World Service

November 22, 202432m 15s

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Show Notes

Mali has appointed its spokesperson, Abdoulaye Maiga, as prime minister a day after firing its previous leader, Choguel Kokalla Maïga and his government. This came after rare criticism by Maïga of the junta.  What's really behind the reshuffle?

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Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Nyasha Michelle and Nishat Ladha in London. Technical Producer: Jack Graysmark Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard