On September 24, Malian Prime Minister General Abdoulaye Maïga presided over the official launch of three major projects aimed at promoting citizen engagement, dignity, and national cohesion. The launch took place at the Primature in Bamako, in the presence of several government members, including State Minister for Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion General Ismaël Wagué, and State Minister for Economy and Finance Alousséni Sanou.
The three projects are part of the government's efforts to build a new Mali, known as Mali Kura, with a focus on citizen engagement, protection of vulnerable populations, and social cohesion. The first project aims to promote citizen engagement by encouraging a sense of patriotism and civic responsibility among Malians. The government plans to implement a national strategy to spread this consciousness to every village, neighborhood, and school.
The second project targets the issue of child begging, a phenomenon that has become a plague on Malian society. The government has developed a national strategy to combat child begging, which involves providing support to families, structuring the work of Koranic teachers, and ensuring access to education and dignity for every child. The Prime Minister emphasized that the state's approach is protective and structural, rather than repressive.
The third project focuses on promoting peace and social cohesion. The Prime Minister called for a general surge in responsibility in the face of irresponsible speech on social media and in public spaces, which can threaten the country's secular cohesion between communities. A newly installed reflection committee will work to harmonize practices, regulate preaching, and prevent violent extremism.
According to the Prime Minister, the diversity of beliefs in Mali is a precious asset that should promote fraternity and tolerance, rather than division. The government hopes that these projects will help to build a more cohesive and responsible society. The launch of these projects marks a significant step towards achieving the goals set out at the Assises Nationales de Refondation.
The projects have been welcomed by many Malians, who see them as a positive step towards addressing the country's social and economic challenges. The government has pledged to work closely with civil society and other stakeholders to ensure the success of the projects. The implementation of these projects will be closely monitored, and their impact will be evaluated over time.
The Malian government has faced significant challenges in recent years, including security concerns and social unrest. However, with the launch of these projects, the government is demonstrating its commitment to promoting positive change and improving the lives of Malians. The success of these projects will depend on the government's ability to work effectively with all stakeholders and to ensure that the needs of vulnerable populations are met.
Key points
- The Malian government has launched three major projects to promote citizen engagement, dignity, and national cohesion.
- The projects aim to address issues such as child begging and irresponsible speech on social media.
- The government hopes that the projects will help to build a more cohesive and responsible society in Mali.
