In a landmark move signaling a major shift in Mali’s political landscape, the country’s transitional authorities announced on May 13, 2025, the dissolution of all political parties and organizations of a political nature.
The decision, made official through a presidential decree, was publicly announced on national broadcaster ORTM1 by Mamani Nassiré, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister, responsible for political reforms and electoral matters.
The decree, numbered 2025-0339 PTRM, was adopted during an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting held the same day. It not only disbands all existing political entities nationwide but also bans their meetings and activities. Violations will attract sanctions. However, individuals currently serving in political or administrative roles may continue their duties, provided they no longer represent the now-defunct parties.
This decision follows the National Transitional Council (NTC), vote on May 12 with 130 in favour and 2 against to repeal Mali’s political party charter and the law governing political opposition.
These repealed laws date back to 2005 and 2015, respectively. The vote occurred during the second plenary session of the NTC’s April session, chaired by General Malick Diaw.
The decision reflects feedback gathered from national consultations held in April both within Mali and abroad. Despite this, the decree has drawn public backlash. On May 3, protests erupted, with critics accusing the ruling junta of undermining democratic freedoms and centralizing power.
