French To Hand Over Mali Campaign To African Forces

from National Public Radio

In the West African nation of Mali, French forces have led a military campaign to rid the country's vast northern desert of militants linked to al-Qaida. The French are preparing to leave, and hand over to an African peacekeeping force. To find out what happens next, Renee Montagne talks to Lindsey Hilsum, a correspondent for Britain's Independent Television News.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, February 1, 2013