Digui
Place in Ouaka, Central African Republic
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Digui is a village located in Ouaka Prefecture, Central African Republic. The village is strategic since it is situated at the crossroads to Bambari, Alindao, and Ngakobo.[2]
Digui | |
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  Digui Location in Central African Republic | |
| Coordinates: 5°28′20″N 20°49′44″E | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Ouaka |
| Sub-prefecture | Bambari |
| Commune | Ngougbia |
| Population (2014) | |
• Total | 1,377[1] |
History
The rebel group UPC used to control Digui and established a base in the village.[3] The Portuguese contingent of MINUSCA clashed with UPC on 13 January 2019.[4] MINUSCA and FACA forces captured Digui on 1 February 2020 from UPC.[5]
UPC rebels attacked FACA checkpoints in Digui on 22 May 2023 and casualties were reported.[6] A clash between FACA and Wagner Group militia ensued in Digui on 9 January 2023, resulting in the death of 4 FACA soldiers and three Wagner militiamen.[7]
Economy
The residents consist of breeders and farmers. They harvest cassava, peanuts, corn, and rice.[8]
Education
Digui does not have any schools, and the students had to go to Yangouya.[9]