🇲🇱 Ménaka

Mali · Africa · 15.92°N, 2.40°E

Ménaka is a town and urban commune in Ménaka Cercle and Ménaka Region in eastern Mali. It is the seat and the largest town in the cercle and region. The town is set amidst the rocky outcrops of the Ader Douchi hills, and is served by Ménaka Airport. As of May 2026, the town is under Malian government control, surrounded by the Islamic State – Sahel Province (ISSP). ISSP clashed with the Malian army in an attempt to capture the town on 28 April 2026, subsequently withdrawing to the outskirts of the city.

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Quick facts

Country	Mali
Continent / region	Africa
Coordinates (approx.)	15.92°N, 2.40°E · view on map

Ménaka is located in Mali, in Africa.

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