The editor-in-chief of the newspaper Le Démocrate has not given any sign of life since April 6. Many sources fear his abduction by the Malian intelligence services.

Malian Bar Association denounces 'enforced disappearance' of journalist Aliou Touré. Media crisis unit created after disappearance says it has decided to "take action" for his "safe return" and to "guarantee respect for the freedom of expression of the media and the protection of journalists"