The Malian government has adopted several draft decrees aimed at reorganizing the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) as part of efforts to strengthen domestic revenue mobilization and modernize public finance management.
The measures were approved during the Council of Ministers meeting held on May 13, 2026, against the backdrop of the state’s ambition to mobilize 1,537 billion FCFA in tax revenue in 2026.
According to the government, the reforms seek to address shortcomings identified in the implementation of the 2019 regulatory framework while ensuring the DGI has adequate human resources to effectively carry out its responsibilities over the next five years.
Authorities say the restructuring is part of a broader strategy to reinforce internal revenue generation amid growing financing needs linked to security, infrastructure, and social services.
In 2025, the DGI surpassed its target by collecting 1,403.16 billion FCFA against a projected 1,387 billion, representing an execution rate of 101 percent, while in 2024 it achieved 105 percent of its revenue target.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) had previously encouraged Mali to expand its tax base, digitize tax payments, and modernize tax and customs systems.
The government believes the new reforms will help sustain revenue growth and reduce dependence on external support.
