In Mali, the National Transitional Council has adopted the second part of the 2026 Finance Bill, approving more than 3.5 trillion CFA francs in projected expenditures for the coming year. The amount surpasses expected revenues, reflecting the country’s challenging economic environment.
The bill places significant emphasis on key sectors such as security, education, and health—areas the government considers essential to stabilizing the nation and supporting long-term development. Despite the fiscal gap, authorities say the budget aligns with national priorities.
The estimated deficit stands at 520 billion CFA francs, representing a 10 percent reduction compared to 2025. Mali’s Minister of Economy and Finance, Alousséni Sanou, welcomed the approval and described the outcome as encouraging, given current constraints.
With the finance bill adopted, the government aims to advance its public policy agenda for the 2026 fiscal year, focusing on strengthening domestic resource mobilization to support its commitments.
