Mtwara, Tanzania · Africa
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Mtwara is a city located in Mtwara, Tanzania. With a population of 140,793, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Mtwara sits in Tanzania. It's in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mtwara to your route.
Mtwara (Portuguese: Montewara) is the capital city of Mtwara Region in southeastern Tanzania. In the 1940s, it was planned and constructed as the export facility for the disastrous Tanganyika groundnut scheme, but was somewhat neglected when the scheme was abandoned in 1951. The city is spread out over a large areaRead more
planned to accommodate up to 200,000 people. The present population is around 141,000. As part of the development associated with the failed Tanganyika groundnut scheme, Mtwara features a deep-water port that can accommodate ocean-going vessels, and a range of large municipal buildings, including a post office. Recent improvements in the port made it possible for big container ships to berth there.
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Mtwara is located in Mtwara, Tanzania, Africa. The coordinates are -10.2667 latitude, 40.1833 longitude.
Mtwara has a population of approximately 140,793 people, making it a city in Tanzania.
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