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]