Bamako, Mali

Employment law

Leave, accidents or non-work-related illness

22 June 2026

An employee who is unable to work due to a non-occupational illness must inform their employer immediately, except in cases of proven force majeure. Furthermore, if the absence exceeds 72 working hours, they must provide a medical certificate to substantiate their condition. The employer reserves the right to require the employee to undergo a medical examination. In the event of an illness resulting in temporary incapacity to work, the employer shall provide compensation to the employee for the duration of the suspension of the contract, up to a maximum of six months.