Mali city gains roads and electricity
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Residents of Mali, a city in central Guinea, are experiencing a transformation as recent infrastructure projects bring roads and electricity to the area.
The city has already laid nearly three kilometers of paved road out of a planned 17 kilometers, improving mobility and the city’s appearance. These roadworks were briefly paused due to heavy rainfall.
Mali is also among the first prefectures in the region to receive a stable electrical grid, thanks to a regional interconnection project managed by the OMVG (Organisation for the Mise en Valeur du fleuve Gambie). This network connects Guinea, Senegal, and other member countries through installations in several cities including Mali, Labé, Linsan, and Kédougou. Despite these improvements, access to potable water remains a challenge for the city because of its difficult terrain.
The city also awaits completion of the Labé, Mali, Kédougou national road, a cross-border route expected to further improve regional connectivity. Mayor Mamadou Dian Dieng expressed optimism that continued infrastructure development will improve the quality of life for residents.
