Bamako
West Africa, Mali
Mali
People from Bamako are called:
Male/General:
Bamakois
Pronunciation:
/ˌbæməˈkoʊ/
Etymology & Origin
From Bambara 'bama ko', meaning 'crocodile river', referring to the Niger River where crocodiles lived.
About Bamako
- Capital and largest city of Mali on the Niger River.
- Major river port and commercial center for the Sahel region.
- Important center for West African music and culture.
- Historic trading city connecting North and sub-Saharan Africa.
- Home to the University of Bamako and several research institutions.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 2,529,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Mali
- Region:
- West Africa