True or false modern mali is unique due to the blending of islam and black african traditions from the middle ages and the rich tradition of cross-cultural exchange following years of colonial domination by the french

Yes, this is true!

This cultural blend is partially the legacy of the Mali Empire which was a rich, Muslim country from 11th to 14th century. During this time, Mali was a place full of merchants who contributed to the richness of cultural activities.

Mali was a French colony (as a part of French Sudan) from 1880 until 1960