AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMalian Arts & Culture: A Malian composer’s work is spotlighted internationally as the PUBLIQuartet’s new album Rhythm Nation opens with Time by Malian composer Fodé Lassana Diabaté, a balafon suite tracing the story of Sunjata Keita and Mali’s musical legacy. Music on the airwaves: “What’s Next” highlights fresh releases and milestones, including Leon Bridges, Arlo Parks, Citizen, Meshell Ndegeocello and more, plus a classic Pretenders tribute—good listening for Mali’s music fans. Media freedom in the region: The MFWA urges Mali and neighbors to end arbitrary arrests and prolonged pretrial detention of journalists and civil society actors, warning that press freedom is worsening across Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Guinea. Sports & women’s football: Mali’s Black Queens publicly question the Sports Ministry’s handling of outstanding per diems and bonuses, saying the ministry replied publicly without direct engagement. Cultural memory: A Malian-linked theme also appears in regional arts coverage, with KAFART’s upcoming Kaduna festival using claypots, hibiscus, turmeric and jute to explore food, body and memory across West Africa.
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