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The conquest of Kidal was a success for Mali's military regime — but the north is still far from under control. Bamako is pursuing a tough military course, but jihadists and rebels are adapting their strategies.
The bus fell off a bridge en route to neighboring Burkina Faso, carrying both locals and foreigners. Road accidents are common in Mali, with roads and vehicles suffering from poor conditions.
At least ten others were injured - some suffering serious injuries.
A bus accident in Mali has claimed 31 lives after it plunged off a bridge.
The probable cause of the accident was due to the driver's failure to control the vehicle, says Mali's transport ministry.