Credit cards limited to payment for services at 2 hotels in Bamako. Travelers checks can be exchanged at banks. Few paved roads in fair condition. Exercise extreme caution. Poorly maintained, overloaded transport and cargo vehicles frequently break down and cause accidents.
Undisciplined drivers render traffic movements unpredictable.
Construction work often poorly indicated. Unpaved roads vary in quality. Men or women should not wear shorts. Don t give or take anything with left hand. Don t be surprised if you get hassled for taking photos in remote areas.