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Posted by Adelola Malik
- Apr 26, 2026, 03:14 PMMali's Defence Minister, General Sadio Camara, has been killed after a series of coordinated attacks targeted military bases across the country. Reports confirmed that he died from injuries he suffered when his residence in Kati, a major military town, came under heavy attack.
The attack happened barely 24 hours before his death and involved a suicide car bomb explosion at his home in Kati. This town is a heavily protected military stronghold located about 15 kilometers from the capital city, Bamako, and is considered one of the safest places in the country.
The assault was reportedly carried out by fighters linked to the al-Qaeda-affiliated group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, along with Tuareg rebel fighters from the Liberation Front of Azawad. Their ability to strike such a secured location shocked many and raised serious concerns about the country's security.
General Camara was one of the most powerful figures in Mali's ruling military government. He became well known after helping lead the military coups of 2020 and 2021 that brought the current junta to power. Many people saw him as a possible future leader of Mali because of his strong influence within the government.
The attacks were not limited to Kati alone. Armed men also launched attacks in Bamako, the northern cities of Gao and Kidal, and the central town of Sevare. Reports said heavy gunfire and explosions were still being heard in some areas more than 24 hours after the violence began.
The situation has increased pressure on Mali's interim leadership, although Interim President Assimi Goita was moved to safety and remains in control. International groups such as the African Union, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the United States Bureau of African Affairs have strongly condemned the attacks and called for urgent action to restore peace and stability.
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The attack happened barely 24 hours before his death and involved a suicide car bomb explosion at his home in Kati. This town is a heavily protected military stronghold located about 15 kilometers from the capital city, Bamako, and is considered one of the safest places in the country.
The assault was reportedly carried out by fighters linked to the al-Qaeda-affiliated group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, along with Tuareg rebel fighters from the Liberation Front of Azawad. Their ability to strike such a secured location shocked many and raised serious concerns about the country's security.
General Camara was one of the most powerful figures in Mali's ruling military government. He became well known after helping lead the military coups of 2020 and 2021 that brought the current junta to power. Many people saw him as a possible future leader of Mali because of his strong influence within the government.
The attacks were not limited to Kati alone. Armed men also launched attacks in Bamako, the northern cities of Gao and Kidal, and the central town of Sevare. Reports said heavy gunfire and explosions were still being heard in some areas more than 24 hours after the violence began.
The situation has increased pressure on Mali's interim leadership, although Interim President Assimi Goita was moved to safety and remains in control. International groups such as the African Union, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the United States Bureau of African Affairs have strongly condemned the attacks and called for urgent action to restore peace and stability.
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