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Sikasso Region
Region
Location within Mali
Location within Mali
Country  Mali
Capital Sikasso
Area
 • Total 70,280 km2 (27,140 sq mi)
Population
 (2009 census)
 • Total 2,625,919
 • Density 37.3637/km2 (96.771/sq mi)
Time zone UTC±0 (UTC)

The Sikasso Region is an important part of Mali, a country in West Africa. It is one of the largest regions in Mali. The main city and capital of this region is Sikasso.

Sikasso city is very important because it is the second biggest city in all of Mali. Many people have moved to Sikasso from a nearby country, Côte d'Ivoire, to find new homes and safety. This has made the city grow very quickly.

Important Towns in Sikasso Region

Besides Sikasso, there are other important towns in the region. These include Bougouni and Koutiala. These towns help the region with things like farming and trade.

Geography and Size

The Sikasso Region covers a large area of about 70,280 square kilometers. This makes it a big part of Mali. The region is located in the southern part of the country.

People and Population

According to a count done in 2009, about 2,625,919 people live in the Sikasso Region. This shows that many people call this region home.


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  • Sikasso cercles

    Areas of the Sikasso Region

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