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Bamako[a] is the capital and largest city of Mali, with a 2022 population of 4,227,569. It is located on the Niger River, near the rapids that divide the upper and middle Niger valleys in the southwestern part of the country. Bamako is the nation's administrative center.
Sep 18, 2024 · Bamako, capital of Mali, located on the Niger River in the southwestern part of the country. When occupied for the French in 1880 by Captain Joseph-Simon Gallieni, Bamako was a settlement of a few hundred inhabitants, grouped in villages. It became the capital of the former colony of French Sudan.
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Discover Bamako, Mali's vibrant capital, along the Niger River. Learn about its colonial past, musical heritage, and cultural diversity, and explore its top attractions, from the National Museum of Mali to the Grand Mosque.
Sep 19, 2024 · The Malian intelligence official based in Bamako said that six insurgents had struck the military camp, with a second group of seven militants carrying out the airport assault. ... Mali has also ...
Bamako is the largest city in Mali and straddles the Niger River. Learn about its history, culture, attractions, transportation, safety and more from this comprehensive travel guide.
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