Matchika
Place in Ouaka, Central African Republic
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Matchika is a village located in Ouaka Prefecture, Central African Republic.
Matchika | |
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  Matchika Location in Central African Republic | |
| Coordinates: 5°38′14″N 20°46′19″E | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Ouaka |
| Sub-prefecture | Bambari |
| Commune | Ngougbia |
History
In October 2014, ex-Séléka militia led by General Ali Darassa attacked Matchika. They killed several people and burned the houses. As a result, the villagers fled to the bush.[1]
34 civilians were murdered in the Matchika massacre during an attack on a bus on 5 October 2021.
Economy
Matchika has a market that was inaugurated on 10 February 2024.[2]
Education
The village has one school.[3]