Mali has faced both political and social challenges. The ineffective government has collapsed giving way to a military coup. The resignation of President Keita has left a power void in the country. Since the coup, the African Union voted to suspend Mali. The coup leaders have promised that elections will take place. This is uncertain considering Mali may not function like Sudan after the fall of a leader. Azawad and the fall out from the fall of Qaddafi continues to effect the country even after nine years. The coup leaders call themselves the National Committee for the Salvation of the People. Some want President Ibrahim Keita reinstated according to some sources at the AU. Prior to the coup, his administration was accused of corruption, economic mismanagement, and interference in legislative elections. Demonstrations expanded with people becoming more frustrated with the government. Mali could face an AU intervention, civil war, and further civil disturbance if stability is not established. If problems of the people go unaddressed, the situation will only intensify.
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