Caxito

Commune and town in Bengo, Angola From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Caxito is a town, with a population of 55,000 (2014),[2] and a commune in the municipality of Dande, province of Bengo, Angola. It is also the capital of the province.[3]

Country Angola
Elevation
84 m (276 ft)
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
ClimateBSh
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Caxito
Commune and town
Caxito is located in Angola
Caxito
Caxito
Location in Angola
Coordinates: 8°34′48″S 13°39′51″E
Country Angola
ProvinceBengo
MunicipalityDande
Area
 • Total
167 km2 (64 sq mi)
Elevation
84 m (276 ft)
Population
 (2014)[1]
 • Total
77,276
 • Density463/km2 (1,200/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
ClimateBSh
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Transportation

The northern line of Angolan Railways passes through the town.

A panel of azulejos in Caxito

Sports

The José Armando Sayovo Sports Complex was inaugurated in October 2025, named after the Paralympic medalist. Some of its facilities include a soccer field, athletic track, and Olympic-size swimming pool.[4][5]

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