Bozo people have a monopoly on the transport system because of their knowledge in the river by Niger, and are regarded as the masters of water.

The Somono, also fishermen, are not a distinct ethnic group but a mixture of the Bambara, Bozo and Soninke.

Attractions in the old town of Ségou-Koro included a mosque, Coulibaly's tomb and an ancient tree.

The main economic activities of the Ségou region are agri-business, cattle farming and fishing.

Ségou produces the major part of Mali's national food, including sedentary cattle farming.

Commerce consists mostly of the small scale exchange and sale by of products from the primary sector, sold weekly at the large Ségou market, drawing customers from far outside of the city.

The main products sold are vegetables, pottery, cotton, gold, leather, fruits, ovens, cattle and cereals.