Mali Time Now - Current Time in Mali

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BamakoAfrica

Current Time

12:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMTAfrica/Bamako

Country Information

Population

20.3 million

Capital

Bamako

Area

1,240,192 km²

Currency

West African CFA Franc (XOF)

Language

French

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Africa/Bamako

UTC Offset

GMT

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Mali

Long Name

Republic of Mali

Abbreviations

ML, MLI

Global Time Comparison

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Mali
12:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
-5h behind
London
12:12:58 AM
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Paris
01:12:58 AM
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Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
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11:12:58 AM
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04:12:58 AM
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08:12:58 AM
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Mumbai
05:42:58 AM
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Mali Public Holidays 2025

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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Algeria is 1h ahead, Niger is 1h ahead, Burkina Faso is same time, Guinea is same time, Senegal is same time, Mauritania is same time.

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Cities in Mali

CityTime
BamakoSat 12:12:58 AM
GaoSat 12:12:58 AM
Kalaban KoroSat 12:12:58 AM
KatiSat 12:12:58 AM
CityTime
KayesSat 12:12:58 AM
KoutialaSat 12:12:58 AM
SikassoSat 12:12:58 AM
MoptiSat 12:12:58 AM
CityTime
SanSat 12:12:58 AM
SégouSat 12:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Mali

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Bamako. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) is maintained year-round.

Time Zone History

Mali adopted permanent GMT after independence from France in 1960. Despite French colonial legacy, Mali maintains GMT rather than CET. The country has never observed daylight saving time. GMT reflects Mali's position in West Africa and facilitates coordination with regional neighbors. Political instability and Islamic insurgency in recent years have affected many systems but time zone consistency remains.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Malian daily life blends West African traditions with Islamic practices and French influences. The workday typically runs 8 AM-5 PM. The five daily prayers structure schedules for the 95% Muslim population. Timbuktu's historical scholarly tradition remains culturally significant. Markets bustle morning through afternoon. Music traditions (kora, balafon) are internationally significant. Nomadic Tuareg populations follow traditional patterns in northern regions.

Why People Check Mali Time

Many users search Mali time to organize:

  • Gold mining and export coordination
  • Cotton industry timing
  • Livestock and agricultural markets
  • Regional West African trade
  • Tourism planning to Timbuktu and historical sites
  • NGO and development operations

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Interesting Facts

Mali is home to the world's largest collection of ancient African artifacts.

The country has the world's largest collection of ancient manuscripts.

Mali is the world's largest producer of gold.

The country has more than 1,000 archaeological sites.

Mali is home to the world's largest collection of ancient textiles.