Northern Province, Sierra Leone

The Northern Province spans 35,936 square kilometers across four districts, featuring mountains, valleys, and wetlands between Guinea and central Sierra Leone.

The province underwent administrative modifications in 2017, evolving from the Northern Region to become one of Sierra Leone's five primary administrative divisions.

The Temne people form the principal ethnic group in the region, alongside Limba, Kuranko, Mandingo, Loko, Fula, and Yalunka communities.

Makeni functions as the provincial capital, offering administrative services and market facilities for the surrounding agricultural communities.

The Outamba-Kilimi National Park in the northeastern section contains elephants, buffalo herds, and numerous bird species in their natural environment.

GPS coordinates: 9.11845,-11.48564

Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:57