Mbaïki
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Mbaïki | |
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  Mbaïki Location in Central African Republic | |
| Coordinates: 3°52′15″N 17°59′06″E / 3.87083°N 17.98500°E | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Lobaye |
| Elevation | 514 m (1,686 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 25,140 |
Mbaïki (also spelt Mbaki or M'Baiki) is the capital of
Pygmy people live in the area. There is also a waterfall
near the town.
History
Mbaïki was ceded by France to
Morocco-Congo Treaty, becoming part of the German colony of Neukamerun until it was reconquered by the French during World War I. Mbaiki received electricity in 1969.[1] In 1995, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Mbaïki
was established in the city.
As a consequence of the
Central African Republic conflict (2012–present), its previously large Muslim population has been emptied from the town.[2]
Economy
The economy is based on the
timber
industries.
See also
References
3°53′N 18°00′E / 3.883°N 18.000°E
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