Fatick Region
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Fatick is the southwest region of the northern outcrop of Senegal
. Its alternative name is Jinnak Bolon. The region is named for its capital city, Fatick
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Fatick region is divided into 3 departments:
Senegal
Senegal , officially the Republic of Senegal , is a country in western Africa. It owes its name to the Sénégal River that borders it to the east and north...
. Its alternative name is Jinnak Bolon. The region is named for its capital city, Fatick
Fatick
Fatick is a city in Senegal, located between M'bour and Kaolack. Its 2005 population was estimated at 24,243. It is the capital of Fatick Region....
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Fatick region is divided into 3 departments:
- FatickFatick DepartmentFatick Department is one of the departments of Senegal, located in the Fatick Region on the road between Mbour and Koalack. Fatick is home to many Sereer people; the Sereers are one of the major ethnic groups in Senegal and there are four Sereer dialects...
- FoundiougneFoundiougne Department-Economy:Foundiougne is a main hub on the Sine-Saloum river in the Fatick Region of Senegal. Its a popular launch pad for eco-tours to see the abundant mangroves along the river. A ferry crosses the river at set times throughout the day transporting locals and tourists alike...
- GossasGossas Department' is one of the departments of Senegal, located in the Fatick Region....