Mali Holds Poll Rerun Despite COVID-19, Violence Fears

Low voter turnout was expected for the run-off legislative elections. The first round of elections, held on March 29, after repeated delays, was marred by intimidation and jihadist attacks - including the kidnapping of opposition leader Soumaila Cisse.

Voting in Mali on 19 April

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