Cash, Credit Cards and ATMs in West Africa

Cash, Credit Cards and ATMs in West Africa

It’s a testament to the extreme knowledge void with respect to West Africa, that I’ve been asked on several occasions whether or not the region has banks. So let’s get this out of the way now: if you are anticipating some kind of primordial world...
Staying Safe on West African Roads

Staying Safe on West African Roads

I remember when I first decided to travel to West Africa. Family members spoke to me as if I had lost my mind. “West Africa? Are you insane?” Thankfully, I didn’t listen to them. West Africa has an unfortunate reputation. The region seems to only...
The Best Route from Dakar to Bamako

The Best Route from Dakar to Bamako

Far and away the easiest route to travel between Senegal and Mali is the one that takes you from Tambacounda to Kédougou in Senegal, and then to Kéniéba, Kita, Kati then Bamako in Mali. The route from Kayes via Diema has really declined over the past several years and...