A new Malian opposition coalition highly critical of the transition emerged over the weekend.

Called the Synergy of Action for Mali, it brings together various groups and political parties, including the CMAS led by the influential religious leader Imam Mahmoud Dicko.

In its initial statement, the coalition demanded the establishment of a civilian transition and condemned the poor governance of the military authorities in power.

WADR’ Tofik Abdul Nasir has the details……