Curfew Imposed in Bamako Following Security Concerns

Authorities in Bamako have announced a 72-hour curfew across the district amid rising security concerns and the need to maintain public order.

The decision, issued by the Governor of the District of Bamako, Abdoulaye Coulibaly, takes immediate effect from April 25, 2026. According to the official directive, the curfew will run nightly from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM and may be extended if necessary.

The order, signed under the authority of the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization of Mali, cites public order requirements as the primary reason for the measure. It mandates local administrators, including sub-prefects, mayors, and regional security officials, to ensure strict enforcement.

The move comes amid reports of gunfire and heightened tensions in the capital earlier today, raising concerns among residents and prompting swift government action.

Officials have not yet provided detailed information on the specific incidents that triggered the curfew but have urged the public to remain calm and comply with the restrictions.

Security forces are expected to be deployed across the city to enforce the directive and prevent any further escalation of unrest.