Mali
Republic of Mali
People: Malian
Mali is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 22.4 million. Its capital city is Bamako, and the most widely spoken official language is French. Mali is landlocked, sharing borders with 7 neighbouring countries.
Mali — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Mali |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Bamako |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 22,395,489 |
| Area | 1,240,192 km² |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) Fr |
| Official Language | French |
| Dialling Code | +223 |
| Internet TLD | .ml |
| Timezone | UTC |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | ML / MLI |
| Borders | Algeria, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mali
What is the capital of Mali?
The capital of Mali is Bamako.
What currency does Mali use?
Mali uses the West African CFA franc (XOF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Mali?
The official language of Mali is French.
What is the dialling code for Mali?
The international dialling code for Mali is +223.
What side of the road does Mali drive on?
Mali drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Mali
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Guinea
Ivory Coast
Mauritania
Niger
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