Mali army chief visits military schools and sports directorates
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Bamada.net
Mali’s Chief of General Staff, Major General Élisée Jean Dao, visited the Directorate of Military Schools and the Directorate of Military Sports on 27 October. He discussed their operations, working conditions and military training with their heads, according to Bamada.net.
The Chief of General Staff of Mali’s Armed Forces, Major General Élisée Jean Dao, visited the Directorate of Military Schools and the Directorate of Military Sports on 27 October 2026, according to the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa). The visits were part of a tour of headquarters and service directorates focused on their operations and the command’s guidelines.
At the Directorate of Military Schools, Élisée Jean Dao held discussions with its director, Brigadier General Moussa Yoro Kanté, about working conditions and staff training. At the Directorate of Military Sports, he discussed the structure’s missions and the role of sport in soldiers’ preparation with Major Colonel Séga Sissoko and his team, the military source said.
At the end of the meetings, the Chief of General Staff said he was satisfied and called on staff to strengthen their commitment in order to contribute to the country’s stability and the command’s objectives. He also reiterated the requirements linked to the armed forces’ operational effectiveness. The tour ended with a visit to the premises, training areas and sports facilities.
