The Republic of Mali is a landlocked country located in West Africa. It is bordered by Algeria to the north, Niger to the east, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire to the south, and Senegal and Mauritania to the west. The capital city is Bamako, and the official language is French. Mali is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the historic city of Timbuktu, which was a center of trade and learning in the past. Mali has a diverse landscape that includes the Sahara Desert in the north and the fertile Niger River basin in the south. The country is home to various ethnic groups, including the Bambara, Tuareg, and Songhai. Mali's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with cotton and gold being significant exports. Despite facing challenges such as political instability and poverty, Mali remains a country with