The Minister of Industry and Commerce, Moussa Alassane Diallo, convened a meeting with the livestock and meat sector stakeholders in Bamako on October 5, 2026. The meeting aimed to identify new solutions to contain the rising meat prices, which have continued to increase despite previous measures. The government's efforts are focused on addressing the concerns of consumers, who have been affected by the high prices.
The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Livestock, Ministry of Economy and Finance, and other relevant technical structures. The stakeholders discussed the availability of meat in the market, factors contributing to the price hike, and potential solutions to reverse the trend. The government's goal is to ensure a stable and affordable meat supply for consumers.
In April 2026, the government implemented measures to control the prices, including opening and securing cattle markets, regulating exports, and improving animal feed availability. However, these efforts have not yielded the desired results, with the national average price of meat with bones increasing from 3,211 F CFA per kilogram in April to 3,502 F CFA per kilogram between September 28 and October 4, 2026.
In Bamako, the situation is more critical, with meat with bones selling between 4,300 and 4,500 F CFA per kilogram, up from 3,800 to 4,000 F CFA per kilogram in April. The price of boneless meat has also surged to around 5,000 F CFA per kilogram. The minister emphasized the need to address the root causes of the price increase, including production and transportation costs, market supply, and commercialization.
The stakeholders explored various options, including diversifying and securing cattle markets, improving market supply, and streamlining commercialization processes. The issue of animal feed was also a major topic of discussion, with the need to find alternative solutions to reduce production costs. The minister called for collective action to stabilize the market and ensure a gradual return to normal prices.
To ensure effective implementation of the proposed solutions, the minister instructed the stakeholders to meet weekly to monitor progress and identify concrete, applicable, and measurable actions. The government's goal is to provide relief to consumers and stabilize the meat market.
The rising meat prices have significant implications for consumers, particularly in a country where many people rely on meat as a staple in their diet. The government's efforts to address the issue are crucial in maintaining food security and stability in the region. The weekly meetings will provide a platform for stakeholders to share information, coordinate efforts, and make informed decisions to address the challenges facing the meat sector.
Key points
- The Malian government has convened a meeting with stakeholders to address the rising meat prices.
- The meeting aimed to identify new solutions to contain the price increase, which has persisted despite previous measures.
- The government has instructed stakeholders to meet weekly to monitor progress and implement concrete actions to stabilize the market.
