By Merritt Frey, Executive Director

With so much bad news coming out of Mali these days, I thought it would be helpful to explore some brighter spots of news, history, and more from Mali. This is an eclectic tasting platter of some things I hope will take you beyond the depressing headlines to learn just a little more about a beautiful place and people. So for a little Friday fun, check out this small collection of videos:

Rescuing the Timbuktu Manuscripts

This 11 minute video is a quick tour of the amazing history of Timbuktu and how a treasure trove of ancient manuscripts was saved by Malians who valued their history and knowledge.

Top 10 Places to Visit in Mali

After being trapped at home for so long, you may be pining for travel. In just 2+ minutes, get a look at some of Mali’s most amazing destinations.

Beautiful People; Beautiful Music

This video is kind of amazing — it uses very intimate video to really make you feel like you are sitting in a village watching people walk by or wandering in a market. the music is lovely too! 8 minutes of Zen time in Mali. :)

A Classical Malian Ensemble

Can’t get enough of that music? Enjoy this Malian version of the music video, filmed on the banks of the Niger River.

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