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Kaolack, Administrative region and trading center in western Senegal.

The Kaolack region spans 5,357 square kilometers along the Saloum River, containing three departments: Guinguinéo, Kaolack, and Nioro du Rip.

The region's territory corresponds to the former Saalum Kingdom, with local inhabitants maintaining the traditional name Saalum-Saalum for their identity.

The international center of the Ibrahimiyyah branch of the Tijaniyyah Sufi order maintains its presence through a substantial mosque near Kaolack city.

The region connects to Mali through a railway system and functions as a major distribution point for peanut production and salt extraction.

Salt production facilities near the Saloum River create substantial mineral deposits that support the regional economy through export activities.

Location: Senegal

Capital city: Kaolack

Shares border with: Fatick, Kaffrine

GPS coordinates: 14.00000,-16.00000

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:50

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