The Sahel Crisis: An Analysis of its Impact on Food Security in Mali

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the resilience of Mali in the context of food security, given 
its status as a member of the Sahel region. Like many developing economies, Mali is characterized 
by a significant portion of its economy in the primary sector, with agriculture contributing 37% to 
its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of $837 per capita in 2018, as reported by the National Institute 
of Statistics. By conducting a comprehensive review of existing literature and conducting in-depth 
field research, we aimed to shed light on the challenges of food security in a state of flux. Our 
findings emphasized Mali's ability to tackle food insecurity, despite the difficulties posed by its 
harsh environment.