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Senegal

Matam Region

Name: Matam Region
Address: SN

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Matam Region, Administrative region in northeastern Senegal

Matam Region is an administrative area in northeastern Senegal situated between the Senegal River and the Sahelian plains. The landscape features scattered baobab trees and divides into three main departments that structure local governance.

Matam was established as an administrative region in 2002, emerging from ancient trade routes that crossed the Senegal River valley. The region evolved from centuries of commercial exchange that connected different parts of Senegal and neighboring areas.

The Pulaar-speaking Toucouleur people form the main population of Matam, maintaining traditional practices through regular community gatherings focused on music and storytelling.

The region divides into three main departments, each with a local center offering basic services. Traveling between settlements requires planning due to the sparse population and distances involved.

The Ndendory phosphate deposit in Matam contains 40.5 million tons of resources, positioning the region for future industrial development.

GPS coordinates: 15.26814,-13.69916

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:55

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