Sélibaby | |
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| Country |  Mauritania |
| Area | |
• Total | 2,800 sq mi (7,252 km2) |
| Population (2013 census)[1] | |
• Total | 198,688 |
| • Density | 71/sq mi (27/km2) |
Sélibaby is adepartment ofGuidimaka Region in of southernMauritania.[2][3]
Located in the southern part of the country near the Senegal and Mali borders, it serves as an important administrative and economic center for the region. Sélibaby is part of theSahel zone and features asemi-arid climate, with a rainy season that supports limited agricultural activities.
The city is known for its multicultural population, reflecting a blend of ethnic groups, including theSoninke,Fulani, andWolof. It plays a key role incross-border trade and serves as a hub for local markets, education and healthcare services.
Guidimaka itself is divided into several department or administrative subdivisions, with Sélibaby been the most prominent one.
The Sélibaby department is made up of following municipalities:
In 2013, the entire population of the Sélibaby Department has a total of 198,688 inhabitants[4] (97,232 men and 101,456 women).
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