Monthly Archives: December 2011

Because the doctor said so

Posted on December 18, 2011 by MoInMali

Even though Malians are rather suspicious when it comes to the motives of their countrymen, authority rules. A doctor, president, minister or religious leader will be supported and given confidence, unless someone really crosses the line. Not always the best … Continue reading →

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Another dead season

Posted on December 14, 2011 by MoInMali

I’ve written before about the seasons in Mali, so you may not be surprised to read that we’re in the cold season at the moment. Cold and warm being relative values becomes clear when you’re used to winters with snow, … Continue reading →

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City of lights

Posted on December 13, 2011 by MoInMali

We are living in times of great changes. Changes that happen on all levels, both in the inner and the outer world. A visiting friend mentioned being very surprised to see the duality in Malian everyday life. While people are … Continue reading →

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Safety in Mali

Posted on December 11, 2011 by MoInMali

On November 24th and 25th the country of Mali was shaken up by two kidnappings. Two French researchers were taken from their hotel in Hombori. The next day a Dutch, a South-African and a Swede tourist were taken hostage from … Continue reading →

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