Bafatá

Bafatá is a city in Guinea-Bissau, and the capital of the Bafatá Region. It is the second largest city in the country, after the capital, Bissau.

The city is situated on the Gêba River, which provides a vital source of water and transport. Bafatá is an important commercial and agricultural center, trading in products such as peanuts, rice, and livestock.

Historically, Bafatá was an important trading post and administrative center during the Portuguese colonial period. It is also known as the birthplace of Amílcar Cabral, a prominent figure in the Guinea-Bissauan and Cape Verdean independence movements.

The city's population is primarily composed of various ethnic groups, including the Fula, Mandinka, and Balanta. The predominant religions are Islam and traditional African religions.

Bafatá features a local market, schools, and administrative buildings. The city's infrastructure has been impacted by periods of political instability and conflict in Guinea-Bissau, but efforts towards development and improvement are ongoing.