UN Secretary-General appeals to Malian ruling junta

By Samantha Allen

Published: January 14, 2022 | 1:51 PM GMT

The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has appealed to the military junta in Mali to announce an acceptable timetable for elections.

Guterres reacted to the junta’s suggestion that they would remain in power for five years before holding a scrutiny.

“ECOWAS’ decision established that if the Malian government presents an acceptable timetable and takes steps in that direction, there will be a gradual lifting of sanctions.

And of course I am working with ECOWAS and the African Union to create conditions which can allow the government of Mali to adopt a reasonable and acceptable position to accelerate a transition which has already been underway for a long time”, said the UN’s Secretary-General.

After months of pressure, last week ECOWAS decided to close borders with Mali and impose a trade embargo.

“I hope to be able to make brief contact with the Malian government.

I believe it is absolutely essential that the Malian government present an acceptable timetable for the elections”, added António Guterres.

Malian army initially promised to stage elections in February 2022, after staging a coup in August 2020.

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UN Secretary-General appeals to Malian ruling junta

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.