Famous People from Mali

Notable Malians include:

• Salif Keita – musician, singer‑songwriter, multi‑instrumentalist, producer.
• Oumou Sangaré – singer‑songwriter, actress, activist.
• Amadou & Mariam – blind musical duo.
• Ali Farka Touré – guitarist, singer, songwriter.
• Tinariwen – Tuareg rock band.
• Bassekou Kouyaté – ngoni player, singer‑songwriter, bandleader.
• Rokia Traoré – singer‑songwriter, guitarist, actress.
• Fatoumata Diawara – singer‑songwriter, actress, activist.
• Cheick Tidiane Seck – kora player, singer‑songwriter, bandleader.
• Toumani Diabaté – kora player, composer, arranger.