Location: Bamako, Mali Event: The U.S. Embassy in Mali advises U.S. citizens that a terrorist attack in Bamako may be planned targeting Malian government offices, the airport, and/or locations frequented by Westerners including diplomatic facilities, hotels, and restaurants. The U.S. Embassy has taken the following additional steps in response to the ongoing security threats: A ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 16 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Alert, Message, security
February 23, 2020 The Embassy received information about a possible attack in Koulikoro on February 23 or 24. The Embassy has cancelled all travel outside of Bamako for Embassy staff on February 24. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid the Koulikoro area on Monday, February 24, 2020. American citizens are advised to: Avoid the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 24 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Embassy | Tags: alert message, security
Malian law enforcement officers participated in a computer and electronic crimes investigations training at the Regional Training Center for West Africa in Accra, Ghana from December 2-6, 2019. During the week-long training, participants learned the fundamentals of computer hardware, networks, hacking techniques, information security, Internet resources, and electronic evidence handling to prepare them to act ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: Events | Tags: Police, security, Training
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Monument de L’Independence Palais des Sports Events: There will be a demonstration organized by Malian opposition parties on Friday, November 15 at 2:00PM. The event is not yet authorized by the local government. While the demonstration is expected to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 14 November, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, News | Tags: Alert, emergency, security, security message
Embassy of the United States in Mali Press Release Bamako, Mali, September 28, 2019 Bamako – At the September 27 Malian Direction du Génie Militaire’s (DGM) graduation ceremony for six new Specialists in Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) the United States Government (USG) donated anti-mining equipment and supplies to the Malian Military (FAMa). Ambassador Dennis B. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Embassy, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & Mali | Tags: anti-terrorism, Bilateral Cooperation, Military Cooperation, Press Realeases, security
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Police Headquarters Ministry of Security Cite Administrative Events: There will be a demonstration organized by the Police Union starting at Police Headquarters, continuing to the Ministry of Security, and ending at the Cite Administrative on September 27th starting at ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Alert, demonstration, security
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State / June 11, 2019 Women around the world have an essential role in conflict prevention and resolution, security provision, peace processes, and countering terrorism. For over a decade, the United States has been a leader in promoting global peace and stability by empowering women to take on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: peace, security, women
For Immediate Release Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Office of Press Relations Telephone: +1.202.712.4320 | Email: press@usaid.gov The Women, Peace, and Security Act, signed into law by President Trump in 2017, demonstrates the United States’ commitment to addressing the challenges faced by women and girls in conflict- and disaster-affected areas around the world. Consistent with the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: peace, security, women
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Bourse du Travail Monument de l’Independence. Event: At 16:00 on March 22 a peaceful demonstration is planned in response to the ongoing school crisis. The planned route is from Bourse du Travail to the Monument de l’Independence. The demonstration ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 22 March, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: security
More than 2,000 service members from more than 30 African and western partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2019 at multiple locations in Burkina Faso and Mauritania from February 18 – March 1, 2019. More than 2,000 service members from more than 30 African and western partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2019 at multiple ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 5 February, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Mali | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, Military Cooperation, security
January 29, 2019- Charge d’Affaires Gregory Garland met with six Malian law enforcement officers at the U.S. Embassy in advance of their trip to Botswana for the U.S. sponsored International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) for Community Policing and Crisis Leadership. The U.S. Embassy supports this program because it improves leadership and police-community relations. The symposium ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 30 January, 2019 | Topics: Education, Embassy, News, U.S. & Mali | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, Military Cooperation, security
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 3, 2018 The United States condemns the recent terrorist attacks in the Sahel. These include attacks against security forces of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force in Sévaré, Mali on June 29, the landmine attack that killed four Malian troops in Koro county on June 30, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 11 July, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, Press Releases | Tags: security
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE April 6, 2018 The Department of State is pleased to once again participate in Flintlock, U.S. Africa Command’s (AFRICOM) annual and largest Special Operations Forces exercise. Flintlock exercises have taken place regularly since 2005 with partner nations from the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 11 April, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Press Releases | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, security
Tuesday, 27 February 2018 – U.S. Ambassador Folmsbee handed over the keys for 22 armories in Segou, Mopti, and Bamako, constructed for the Malian Armed Forces, Customs and Police. The project for the construction of the physical security facilities and training of personnel, was sponsored by the United States and implemented by NGO partner, Mines ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 2 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, Military Cooperation, security
Ambassador Paul A. Folmsbee Remarks Handover Ceremony of 22 Armories Constructed for the Malian Armed Forces, Customs and Police Customs Headquarters Bamako, Mali Tuesday, 27 February 2018 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 28 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Exclude, News, Speeches, U.S. & Mali | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, Military Cooperation, security
Malian MPs Brehima Beridogo and Belco Ba took part in the Parliamentary Exchange Program in Washington, DC, from November 13-17, which brought together six MPs from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The program sought to discuss how parliaments can play an active role in the fight against violent extremism and the enhancement of regional and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Mali | Tags: Bilateral Cooperation, security
U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Security Message for U.S. Citizens Continued Threat of Attacks in Bamako and Gao, Mali October 3, 2017 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens of a continued threat of attacks against hotels, restaurants, and bars frequented by Westerners, particularly in the cities of Bamako and Gao, Mali. Avoid vulnerable locations with poor ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 3 October, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: security
U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Planned Demonstrations in Bamako on August 16 and 18 August 15, 2017 The U.S. Embassy has learned that demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Bamako this week. Malian authorities and newspapers report the likelihood of a heavy police and security presence with traffic diversions in and around the demonstrations at ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 16 August, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: security, security message
The U.S. Embassy’s SPEAR team receive special training from members of Diplomatic Security’s Anti-terrorism Assistance (ATA) program instructor cadre. The Special Program for Embassy Augmentation and Response (SPEAR) team is composed of Malian National Guard members who mission is to respond to critical incidents involving U.S. Mission facilities and personnel in Mali. Subjects included: Instructor ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 1 August, 2017 | Topics: U.S. & Mali | Tags: security
The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens of a planned demonstration scheduled to take place in Bamako on September 21. The rally will begin at 8:00 a.m. near the Place de l’Independence, proceed east down Avenue de l’Yser, and end near the French embassy. The demonstration, organized by the Coalition Patriotique pour le ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 20 September, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: security
Messages for U.S. Citizens Bamako, Mali – Embassy of the United States The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens that it has received information regarding a heightened risk of kidnapping of Westerners in Timbuktu and surrounding regions. Please avoid the region, and exercise extreme vigilance if you are currently in the area. Due to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 22 August, 2016 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Embassy, security, Security & Emergency, U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of ongoing terrorist attacks and criminal violence in Mali. The security environment in Mali remains fluid, and the potential for attacks throughout the country, including in Bamako, remains high. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has renewed its existing restriction instructing U.S. civil aviation to avoid flying below ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 25 April, 2016 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: security, Travel, waring
The U.S. Embassy in Bamako has received information concerning threats of potential terrorist attacks targeting locations associated with the international community throughout Mali. Although the U.S. Embassy has not made any changes to its operating procedures at this time, the Embassy will continue to review its security procedures and its recommended advice to citizens ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Mali | 14 April, 2016 | Topics: Emergency Services, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: security
