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Pointe-Noire · Congo (Brazzaville)

Pointe-Noire

Pointe-Noire is a major city in the Republic of the Congo.

Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Pointe-Noire

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About Pointe-Noire

Pointe-Noire is located in the Pointe-Noire region of the Republic of the Congo, a country in Central Africa. The city serves as the capital of its region and is situated on the Atlantic coast.

Pointe-Noire is notable for its significant port and industrial activities, which contribute to the city's economy. The city's character is shaped by its coastal location and its role as a major urban center in the Republic of the Congo.

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Photo of the city by Ferdinand Reus from Arnhem, Holland
Photo by Ferdinand Reus from Arnhem, Holland via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)

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