Mbomou
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- Mbomou can also refer to the Mbomou RiverMbomou RiverThe Mbomou River or Bomu forms part of the boundary between the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo ....
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Mbomou is one of the 14 prefectures of the Central African Republic
Prefectures of the Central African Republic
There are also two economic prefectures:The national capital, Bangui, comprises a commune which lies outside the prefectures.The prefectures are further subdivided into seventy-one sub-prefectures.-Sources:*...
. It covers an area of 61,150 km² and has a population of 132,740 (2003 census), giving a population density of only 2.2 inhabitants/km². The capital is Bangassou
Bangassou
Bangassou is a city in the south eastern Central African Republic, lying on the north bank of the Mbomou River. It has a population of 24,447 and is the capital of the Mbomou prefecture. It is known for its wildlife and its market and is linked by ferry to the Democratic Republic of Congo on the...
. Nearby are Kembe Falls
Kembe Falls
Kembé Falls are located on the Kotto River, near Kembé on the road from Bangui to Bangassou in the Central African Republic, located about 80 km from Bangassou. They are undeveloped and a regular stopping off point for overland travelers....
on the River Kotto. The prefecture is governed by Mr. Remy Sem Ndouto .