More important, though, the Malian government set about making sure that all children have access to primary education.
This rebellion was short-lived as the military response of the new Malian government was swift and harsh.
With the Malian government unable or unwilling to build schools, many communities have started their own, with the help of private aid groups.
The Malian government, along with Tuareg leaders who had kept the 2006 ceasefire, pushed both a military and diplomatic strategy.
It was reported that its leaders were planning a prisoner swap with the Malian government.
The Malian government had a hard time maintaining full control over their country.
But the development coincided with a growing Tuareg rebellion against the Malian government.
The Malian government participates in foreign involvement, concerning commerce and privatization.
It was initially claimed by the Malian government that it had been successful in recapturing the town.
The Malian government have a military base at Amachach, 7 km south of the village.