South African Ambassador to Mali, Brig Gen (Ret) Patience Masisi, held a key diplomatic meeting in Bamako on Thursday, 19 February 2026, with Mali’s Minister of Commerce and Industry. The discussions centred on preparations for a bilateral Business Investment Forum scheduled for April 2026.
The audience aimed to bolster economic cooperation and unlock fresh investment opportunities between the two African nations. Ambassador Masisi and the minister explored ways to enhance trade links, promote joint ventures, and facilitate greater private-sector engagement.
This engagement underscores South Africa’s ongoing commitment to deepening intra-African economic relations under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework. Officials described the forthcoming forum as a platform to attract investors and foster sustainable development partnerships.
