We heard great news last night - the coup leader Sanogo announced that he was stepping down and handing over power to the man who would normally have it in case of a president not able to carry out his term- the head of the assembly. So sanctions will be lifted and things can start to move forward. Presidental elections will be organized. This is a big step in the right direction. We still have to see if this will all go smoothly and there are still the problems in the north to deal with. But this announcement is a relief and I really hope and pray that it will continue to progress positively.
The US embassy sent an email again urging Americans to leave and stay out of Mali. So it is wait and see for when I can go back.
Praying for the people in the north!
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