The Council of Ministers of Mali, led by General Assimi Goita, President of the Transition and Head of State, convened on November 6, 2026, at the Palace of Koulouba. During the meeting, the Council examined and adopted several key projects and made important nominations. The Council approved a draft decree authorizing the opening of additional credits in the 2026 state budget. This move aims to address urgent needs, including the construction of hospitals and other priority projects.
The Council adopted a project of decree for the opening of credits, amounting to 125 billion francs CFA, to cater to additional needs for hospital construction, other priority projects, and new personnel expenditures. This decision was made under the law organique relative aux lois de Finances, which allows for supplementary credits to be opened by decree in cases of urgency and national interest. The Parliament will be informed immediately, and a bill for ratification will be submitted in the next session.
The Council also adopted several texts related to the creation, organization, and functioning of the National Directorate of Borders. These texts aim to address shortcomings in border management, including weak strategic leadership and inadequate coordination. The new texts will provide for the necessary personnel to execute the directorate's missions over the next five years. Additionally, the Council adopted a draft decree establishing the National Commission of Borders, which will have an expanded composition and reinforced missions.
The Council proceeded with a nomination, appointing Sidiki dit Youssouf Dembele, a journalist and filmmaker, as Communication Counselor at the Malian Embassy in Abuja. This appointment is part of the government's efforts to strengthen its diplomatic representation abroad. The Council also heard communications from various ministers, including the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralization, who informed the Council about Mali's participation in the 77th Session of the Executive Committee of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.
The 77th Session, held in Geneva from October 12 to 16, 2026, focused on examining activities, approving the budget-program, and defining the program's orientations for the next 12 months. The Malian minister emphasized the need for strengthened protection for displaced persons, coordination of international solidarity, and alignment of humanitarian interventions with Mali's vision. The session also saw the launch of the global strategic initiative "50/35," aiming to reduce the number of refugees dependent on humanitarian aid by 2035.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation informed the Council about the conclusions of the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit, held in Moscow on October 28-29, 2026. The summit, attended by General Assimi Goita, focused on developing mutually beneficial cooperation and valorizing Africa's potential. The Malian delegation participated in several panels, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs delivered a speech on behalf of the Confederation of Sahel States.
The Council's decisions reflect the government's efforts to address pressing national issues, strengthen international cooperation, and promote sustainable development. The adopted projects and nominations demonstrate the government's commitment to improving the lives of Malians and enhancing the country's presence on the international stage. Key points include the adoption of a decree for additional credits, the creation of the National Directorate of Borders, and Mali's participation in the Russia-Africa Summit.
Key points
- The Council adopted a decree authorizing 125 billion francs CFA in additional credits for priority projects.
- The Council created the National Directorate of Borders to improve border management.
- Mali participated in the 77th Session of the Executive Committee of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees and the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit.
