Nimba, Liberia · Africa
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New Yekepa is a town located in Nimba, Liberia. With a population of 24,695, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, New Yekepa sits in Liberia. It's in the Africa/Monrovia time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add New Yekepa to your route.
Yekepa is a town in the Yahmein or Yarmein District of northern Nimba County in Liberia, lying near the Guinean border. It was the base for Lamco's iron ore mining operation until it was destroyed in the First Liberian Civil War which lasted from 1989 to 1997. Nearby Guesthouse Hill is one of the highest points inRead more
the nation. The community is home to the African Bible College University.
Despite some controversy, international steel company Arcelor Mittal was given approval to begin restoring the once prosperous mining town in May 2007. The reconstruction was to include a hospital, schools and other facilities for the township. However, due to fluctuations in world iron prices, much of the redevelopment never happened, and less than a decade later, much of the site had been abandoned once again.
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New Yekepa is located in Nimba, Liberia, Africa. The coordinates are 7.5794 latitude, -8.5378 longitude.
New Yekepa has a population of approximately 24,695 people, making it a town in Liberia.
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