The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory to Ghanaian citizens following deadly terrorist attacks in Mali, amid rising insecurity in the Sahel region.
The attacks, reported on 25 April, targeted several military installations across Mali, including the capital, Bamako, in what authorities describe as coordinated assaults by jihadist militants and separatist groups.
According to multiple reports, the violence led to several deaths and injuries, including senior military personnel as well as soldiers and civilians.
There were also conflicting reports about Mali’s Defence Minister, Sadio Camara, with some media outlets stating he was killed, while state television indicated he later died from injuries sustained during the attacks. Reports further suggested that Mali’s military leader, Gen Assimi Goita, was moved to a secure location after his residence was targeted.
In a statement, the Government of Ghana expressed deep concern over the situation, extending condolences to the Malian government and families affected by the violence.
The statement condemned violent extremism and called for stronger regional and global cooperation to address rising insecurity in the Sahel.
As part of immediate safety measures, the Ministry has advised Ghanaians living in or travelling to Mali to exercise heightened caution and avoid non-essential movement.
Citizens have also been urged to maintain regular contact with Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Bamako for updates and support.
Additionally, Ghanaian traders and transport operators along the Mali route have been instructed to suspend travel until further notice as security conditions remain uncertain.
Government says it is engaging Malian authorities and monitoring developments closely, with further updates expected as the situation evolves.
