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Mali

country · Mali

Current situation

Mali is kept here for reference only. The information below is the most recent available record and predates the situation described above; figures such as population reflect the last data gathered before the current crisis and may no longer describe Mali today.

Overview

Mali is a country in Africa, with its capital at Bamako.

Key facts

CountryMali
CurrencyXOF

About the country

Mali is a country in Africa.

The capital city is Bamako.

Practical information

The currency is the XOF (Franc).

The main language spoken is French.

Traffic drives on the right.

Cities in Mali

Among the places worth a look in Mali are Bamako, Kayes, Sikasso, Timbuktu, Mopti, Gao, Koulikoro, Kati, Kadiolo and Koutiala — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.

Exploring the country

A trip to Mali usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.

Regions & places

Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.