Mali: Nationality revocation now extends to Malians by birth

Mali’s National Transitional Council ratified an ordinance on October 22, 2026, allowing nationality to be revoked from Malians by birth, whereas the measure previously applied only to naturalized citizens. All 119 members present voted in favor under the presidency of Malick Diaw. The reform amends the 2011 law and cites allegiance to a foreign power, cooperation with organizations hostile to the state, links to separatist or terrorist groups, and acts of terrorism as grounds for revocation.