Mariam Cisse cause of death: What happened to the Mali TikTok star during her livestream in Tonka
A young Malian TikTok star, Mariam Cisse, was brutally executed by extremists during a livestream in early November 2025. Known for her cheerful videos and support for the Malian army, her public killing in Tonka serves as a chilling warning. This incident highlights the escalating dangers for free expression online in northern Mali, where fear and violence are rampant. 
Rasipogula Gopal
Editor-in-Chief
