Embassy of Mali in Ankara, Turkey; address İlkbahar Mah. 606 Sok. No: 24, 06550; phone +903124911193. Head of mission: Mr. Issa Ousmane Coulibaly. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Mr. Issa Ousmane Coulibaly, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Faruk Cengic, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Mali offers a unique blend of history and culture that can appeal to adventurous travelers, including some from Türkiye. While it attracts a limited number of visitors each year, those who do visit tend to spend significantly, engaging deeply with the local culture and landscapes. Given that 2.7 million Turks travel abroad annually, there is potential interest among a segment of them in exploring Mali.
Mali is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Türkiye. According to the Global Peace Index, Mali ranks 151st out of 160 countries, while Türkiye ranks 137th. Although specific crime statistics for Mali are limited, Türkiye has a lower murder rate of 2.5 per 100,000 people, compared to the lack of available data for Mali. In terms of organized crime, Türkiye scores higher on various indices, indicating a more significant presence of organized crime groups and networks. For example, Türkiye has a mafia group index of 8.0, while Mali scores 3.0. This trend continues across various crime categories, suggesting that Türkiye has a more stable safety environment. Overall, tourists from Türkiye should exercise caution when considering travel to Mali, as the safety conditions are not as favorable.