Anéfis

Commune and village in Kidal Region, Mali From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Anéfis or Anefif is a Saharan village and commune in the Cercle of Kidal in the Kidal Region of north-eastern Mali.

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Anéfis
Commune and village
Anéfis is located in Mali
Anéfis
Anéfis
Location in Mali
Coordinates: 18°2′40″N 0°36′10″E
Country Mali
RegionKidal Region
CercleKidal Cercle
Area
[1]
 • Total
2,800 km2 (1,100 sq mi)
Population
 (2009)[2]
 • Total
5,087
 • Density1.8/km2 (4.7/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+0 (GMT)
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Geography

Anefif is located on the Tessalit Trail. It lies 95 km (59 mi) southwest of Kidal on the route linking Kidal to Bourem and Gao. In 2009 the commune had a population of 5,087.[2]

There are multiple rocks and stones made from volcanic material.[3]

History

In 2013, the Malian Military attacked Tuareg rebels living in the village. The war was highly criticized by the military, and the press, who claimed that it was too invasive and violent.[4]

Climate

The commune has a Saharian climate and is too dry for rain-fed agriculture. The annual rainfall of around 150 mm occurs between late June and early September.[1]

Kel Adagh

There are many Kel Adagh in the area, along with multiple small clans.[5]

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