Bamako is the capital and the largest city of Mali as well. Its population will comprise of 1,690,471 dated census and records in 2006. Bamako is situated on the Niger River floodplain, which hampers the progress and development along the river front and Nigers tributaries. The place is relatively flat except to the escarpment with remains of an extinct volcano.

Bamako is considered to be the fastest growing city in Africa rated as 6th in the world’s total ratings. Bamako is the nation’s major administrative center having a river port situated nearby Koulikoro which allow major regional trade and conference center among investors and businessmen around the nation.

So if you want to start a business in Mali, Bamako is the best place to start.