Soanenga is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Besalampy, which is a part of Melaky Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 9,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Soanega | |
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  Soanega Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°30′S 44°36′E / 16.500°S 44.600°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Melaky |
| District | Besalampy |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 9,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Soanenga has a riverine harbour. Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 48% and 30% of the working population.[citation needed] The most important crop is rice, while other important products are coconuts and seeds of catechu. Services provide employment for 2% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 20% of the population.[2]
Towns
References and notes
16°30′S 44°36′E / 16.500°S 44.600°E