Sibut
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Sibut (pronounced See-Boot) is located at the Northern end of the paved road coming from the capital, Bangui. At Sibut, two major provencial roads splilt, one going North to Kaga Bandoro, and the other east towards Bomimi, a thriving agricultural village of 450 people, 12km from Sibut. The town of Sibut sits on the banks of a small tributary of the Oubangui River (approx 150km to the south), which is non-navigable even with small water craft. It has one highschool, and a market which butchers one cow per day. Local food in street cafes include gozo (cassava) and peanut spinach sauce, along with various species of bushmeat. Local drink includes palm wine and '33' beer. The Peace Corps had volunteers located in Sibut up until the Coup d'Etat of 1996.
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| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Kémo |
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Sibut is the capital of Kémo, one of the 14 prefectures of the Central African Republic. An important transport hub, it is situated 188km north of the capital Bangui and is known for its market and its nightlife, with renowned night clubs such as the 'Maison Blanche'.
See also: prefectures of the Central African Republic
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