Pour l'Afrique et pour toi, Mali facts for kids
"Pour l'Afrique et pour toi, Mali" (which means For Africa and for you, Mali in French) is the official national song of Mali. It became Mali's national song in 1962. This important song is all about showing deep love for the country.
What is Mali's National Song About?
The song talks about how the people of Mali are ready to work hard and even make big sacrifices for their nation and for freedom. A very important idea in the song is the wish for all of Africa to be united. It's a powerful message of hope and strength for the future.
Who Wrote the Song?
A person named Seydou Badian Kouyate wrote the words for the song. Another talented person, Banzoumana Sissoko, created the music. Together, they made a song that truly represents the spirit of Mali.
The Song's Words
The main part of the song, called the chorus, is very inspiring. Here are the words in French and then in English:
- Pour l'Afrique et pour toi, Mali,
- Notre drapeau sera liberté.
- Pour l'Afrique et pour toi Mali
- Notre combat sera unité.
- Ô Mali d'aujourd'hui
- Ô Mali de demain
- Les champs fleurissent d'espérance
- Les cœurs vibrent de confiance
In English:
- For Africa and for you, Mali,
- Our banner shall be liberty.
- For Africa and for you, Mali,
- Our fight shall be for unity.
- Oh, Mali of today,
- Oh, Mali of tomorrow,
- The fields are flowering with hope
- And hearts are thrilling with confidence.
