Verdict of the terrorist attack in Kafolo: Ivorian justice firmly condemns 17 involved individuals

The antiterrorism section of the Abidjan court sentenced 6 defendants to life imprisonment and 17 others to 20 years in prison for their involvement in the Kafolo attack in June 2020, which resulted in the deaths of 14 Ivorian soldiers. The attack, claimed by Katiba Macina, highlighted the vulnerability of border areas. The trial lasted over a year and helped identify responsibilities and the networks involved. The convicted individuals have 20 days to appeal.