In January 2013, a reclamation program began with the goal of reconstructing the country's mausoleums, churches, and other monuments that were damaged or destroyed during the 2012 attacks. The restoration of these monuments and restitution of historical manuscripts was pursued by UNESCO and the Government of Mali.
In January 2013, a program to restore damaged or destroyed mausoleums, churches, and other historic landmarks from the 2012 attacks began in Mali. This effort was led by UNESCO and the Malian government with the goal of restoring these monuments and returning historical manuscripts.