Anefif or Anéfis is a Saharan village and commune in the Cercle of Kidal in the Kidal Region of north-eastern Mali.
Anefif | |
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Commune and village | |
![]() ![]() Anefif Location in Mali | |
Coordinates: 18°2′40″N 0°36′10″E / 18.04444°N 0.60278°E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Kidal Region |
Cercle | Kidal Cercle |
Area | |
• Total | 2,800 km2 (1,100 sq mi) |
Population (2009)[2] | |
• Total | 5,087 |
• Density | 1.8/km2 (4.7/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) |
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]
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]
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]
There are many Kel Adagh in the area, along with multiple small clans.[5]