Lobito, Port city in western Angola.
The city extends along a protected bay with a 5-kilometer sandspit, creating one of the largest natural harbors on the Atlantic coast of Africa.
The Benguela Railway completion in 1928 transformed Lobito into a major trade route connecting Angola to the Belgian Congo and Zambia's mining regions.
The municipal markets display regional products while fishermen bring fresh catches daily, maintaining traditional commercial practices along the Atlantic shore.
The Port of Lobito processes 2 million tonnes of cargo annually through its modern facilities, connecting with Catumbela Airport located 13 kilometers away.
The city's industrial sector produces refined sugar, small ships, and canned fish, while managing cargo transit between Central Africa and international maritime routes.
Location: Benguela Province
Inception: 1843
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
GPS coordinates: -12.35069,13.54643
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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