Mali FGM Information
Prevalence of FGM: 91% (Women 15-49) 90.3% (Girls 15-18) (DHS 2012-13)
Most common types: Type 1 & 2
Common ages practiced: 0-4 Years (Medium Age of FGM: 4 Years)
Regional information: Prevalence of FGM is higher in the South of Mali.
Practicing ethnic groups include: Mande, Peul, Votaic, Songhai, Tuareg and Moor
Terminology: ‘Selidjili’ (French/Bambara, Ritual Purity/Ablution), ‘Bolokoli’ (French/Bambara, To wash your hands) ‘Sunna’ (French/Bambara, Religious tradition/obligation (for Muslims)), ‘Excision’ (French/Bambara)
FGM law in Mali: No specific legislation
(All information has been sourced from UNICEF, 28 to Many and The Orchid Project)