Mali-Guinea corridor blockade halts road traffic near Bamako
Security conditions along the transport corridor linking Mali and Guinea have sharply deteriorated after coordinated attacks in late April. A blockade near the Bamako region has brought much of the road traffic to a halt, disrupting movement on a route used by people and goods. The reported impact is being felt ahead of the Tabaski holiday, when travel and trade typically increase.The confirmed disruption was reported on 22 May, with the blockade described as affecting the corridor near Bamako. Drivers have been left stranded and traders have been unable to move merchandise, according to the available report. Local economic activity... [Continue Reading]
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