The government of Mali has banned the use of motorcycles with engine capacities of 125cc and above outside of major cities to combat a rising jihadist insurgency. The ban also extends to the import, sale, and distribution of such motorcycles and their spare parts. This drastic measure follows coordinated attacks by Al-Qaeda-linked groups and Tuareg separatists, who frequently use motorcycles for transport. While the capital Bamako and some urban centers are exempt, the country faces a severe security crisis with jihadists blocking major supply routes. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/mali-bans-use-of-motorcycles-outside-major-cities-12000781 #creator program