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Mali shutdown schools across nation due to ongoing fuel shortage
(MENAFN) Mali has ordered a two-week nationwide suspension of education due to an ongoing fuel crisis, the country’s education minister announced Sunday.
Amadou Sy Savane told state broadcaster ORTM that all schools and educational institutions will halt activities from October 27 to November 9, with classes scheduled to resume on November 10.
The fuel shortage has been driven by armed groups blocking key tanker routes, particularly affecting the capital, Bamako. Gas stations have seen long queues, and public transport, including motorcycle taxis, has been severely disrupted, leaving the city unusually quiet.
Universities and other higher education institutions in Bamako have also suspended classes, citing that students and staff are unable to reach campuses due to the shortage.
Amid the worsening crisis and security concerns, the US Embassy in Bamako announced on October 24 that non-essential diplomatic personnel and their families will depart Mali. The embassy also noted that routine and emergency consular services outside Bamako are currently unavailable, and a travel advisory for Mali remains in effect.
Amadou Sy Savane told state broadcaster ORTM that all schools and educational institutions will halt activities from October 27 to November 9, with classes scheduled to resume on November 10.
The fuel shortage has been driven by armed groups blocking key tanker routes, particularly affecting the capital, Bamako. Gas stations have seen long queues, and public transport, including motorcycle taxis, has been severely disrupted, leaving the city unusually quiet.
Universities and other higher education institutions in Bamako have also suspended classes, citing that students and staff are unable to reach campuses due to the shortage.
Amid the worsening crisis and security concerns, the US Embassy in Bamako announced on October 24 that non-essential diplomatic personnel and their families will depart Mali. The embassy also noted that routine and emergency consular services outside Bamako are currently unavailable, and a travel advisory for Mali remains in effect.
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