Political Movement in the Sahel: The Alliance of Democrats Stands as a Bulwark Against the Juntas

On April 7, 2026, in Brussels, citizens and opinion leaders announced the creation of the Alliance of Democrats of the Sahel (ADS) to counter military juntas and defend fundamental freedoms. Malick Konaté, a former Malian civil society actor, was appointed Secretary General of the ADS. The organization aims to be a 'democratic shield' and proposes five strategic pillars, including a peaceful struggle for the return of freedoms and opposition to authoritarianism.