Culture - 1 February 2026
Heritage Promotion: Kurukanfuga Festival Officials Meet Minister Mamou Daffé
Bamako, January 23, 2026 - The Minister of Crafts, Culture, Hospitality, and Tourism, Mamou Daffé, met with officials from the Kurukanfuga International Arts and Culture Festival Association on Thursday to discuss heritage promotion and cultural revitalization. The meeting aligns with the vision of President Assimi Goita for strengthening Mali’s cultural identity. Festival organizers praised the success of the Year of Culture in Mali and highlighted the importance of Kurukanfuga as a key site of Malian cultural heritage.
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