Mwanza, Port city on Lake Victoria, Tanzania.
Mwanza extends along the southern shores of Lake Victoria, with granite boulders and rocky hills defining its natural landscape.
German colonizers established the port of Mwanza in 1892, following earlier documentation by British explorers who recorded the settlement as Muanza in 1858.
The Basukuma people form the largest ethnic group in Mwanza, contributing to a diverse population that includes Wakerewe, Wakara, and Wazinza communities.
The city functions as a major transportation hub with rail connections, roads around Lake Victoria, and water routes linking Tanzania to neighboring East African nations.
Large granite formations scattered throughout the city create natural landmarks, while the surrounding waters support extensive fishing operations and fish processing industries.
Location: Mwanza Region
Location: Ilemela District
Location: Nyamagana District
Inception: 1892
Elevation above the sea: 1,140 m
GPS coordinates: -2.51969,32.90144
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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