Northern Province, Sierra Leone · Africa
Makeni sits on the route: 20 minutes from Binkolo.
Makeni is a town located in Northern Province, Sierra Leone. With a population of 85,116, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Makeni sits in Sierra Leone. It's in the Africa/Freetown time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Makeni to your route.
Makeni is the largest city in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. The city is the capital of Bombali District, and is the economic center of the Northern Province. Makeni is the fifth largest city in Sierra Leone by population. The city of Makeni had a population of 85,116 in the 2021 census. Makeni liesRead more
approximately 110 miles east of Freetown. Makeni is home to the University of Makeni, the largest private university in Sierra Leone.
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Makeni is located in Northern Province, Sierra Leone, Africa. The coordinates are 8.8860 latitude, -12.0442 longitude.
Makeni has a population of approximately 85,116 people, making it a town in Sierra Leone.
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