Discusses the legal requirements/options for joint venture/licensing in this market.
Last Published: 7/15/2019

There are opportunities for joint ventures and licensing in some manufacturing and import sectors. Malian law does not have local content requirements. There are some specific limits on ownership in the mining and media sectors. Foreign investors in the mining sector can own up to 90% of a mining company. Foreign investors in media companies must have a 50% or lower ownership stake.

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