West Africa: French Minister Denies Boycotting African Artists After Visa Suspension
[RFI] France’s Culture Minister on Friday said the suspension of visas for artists from Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso was due to security concerns in light of the recent military coups in those countries and in no way a “boycott”.
Mali: Musician Salif Keïta Drops Transitional Council for Role in Mali Junta’s Govt
[allAfrica] Harare — The musician known as The Golden Voice of Africa, Salif Keita, is now a special advisor to the military junta’s leader in Mali, AFP reports.
Mali: Fatoumata Diawara – London Ko
[Afropop] Fatoumata Diawara’s latest album, “London Ko,” is an uplifting musical journey that lly blends electronic music with the rich traditions of Malian Wassoulou music. The production of this album creates a mesmerizing fusion that showcases Diawa…
Mali: Musician Salif Keïta Resigns From Transitional Parliament
[allAfrica] Harare — Salif Keta, a well-known musician from Mali, has left the assembly that the military, which has been in charge since 2020, established to serve as a legislative body, APA News reports.