Embassy of Mali in Pretoria, South Africa; address Pretorius Street 876, 0083, Pretoria; phone +123420676. Head of mission: Mr. Mahamane Aoudou Cisse.
Head of mission: Mr. Mahamane Aoudou Cisse, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Zimbabwe, 23 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Zimbabwe
Mali offers a unique blend of history and culture that appeals to adventurous travelers. Although it attracts a relatively small number of visitors each year, those who do visit tend to spend significantly, engaging deeply with the local culture, landscapes, and traditions. This makes Mali an intriguing destination for a segment of South Africa's 60 million population.
Mali is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to South Africa. According to the Global Peace Index, Mali ranks 151st out of 160 countries, while South Africa is ranked 125th. Although specific murder rates for Mali are not available, South Africa has a notably high murder rate of 41.9 per 100,000 people. In terms of organized crime, Mali has lower scores on certain indices compared to South Africa, indicating a higher level of state crime (8.5 for Mali vs. 7.5 for South Africa) and human trafficking (7.0 for Mali vs. 4.5 for South Africa). However, Mali scores better in mafia group presence (3.0 vs. 7.0 for South Africa). Overall, while Mali may have some lower organized crime indices, the overall safety situation is concerning, and tourists should exercise caution when considering travel to Mali.