Sikasso is a city located in the southern region of Mali. It serves as the capital of both the Sikasso Cercle and the Sikasso Region, making it an important administrative hub within the country.
As of the 2009 census, Sikasso was the second largest city in Mali, with a population of 225,753 residents. The city functions as a significant trading port and large commercial center for the surrounding area.
Historically, the city served as the capital of the Kénédougou Kingdom from 1877 until 1898.