Mali's military government announced yesterday that it had dissolved all political parties, approving a recommendation publicised last month that spurred unprecedented protests in the capital, Bamako. A statement read on state television said the decision had been validated by military leader Assimi Goita, who seized power in the West African country after coups in 2020 and 2021. Thabiso Kotane speaks to Afro-Expert, Tapiwa Chadya. 

<p>Mali's military government announced yesterday that it had dissolved all political parties, approving <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/malis-junta-suspends-political-party-activities-until-further-notice-2024-04-10/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">a recommendation</a> publicised last month that spurred unprecedented protests in the capital, Bamako. A statement read on state television said the decision had been validated&nbsp;by military leader Assimi Goita, who seized power in the West African country after coups in 2020 and 2021. Thabiso Kotane speaks to Afro-Expert, Tapiwa Chadya.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>POWER Drive is a packed news and current affairs show, providing you with a comprehensive round-up of the day&rsquo;s breaking news. The show features our own POWER News reporters wrapping up the major stories of the day, analysis, sport, market updates, weather and all your calls. POWER Drive host Thabiso Kotane tells you what you need to know with humour and insight as you drive home.</p>