Soalala
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Soalala | |
|---|---|
  Soalala Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°6′S 45°19′E / 16.100°S 45.317°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Boeny |
| District | Soalala |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 15,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Postal code | 420 |
Soalala is a rural municipality in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Soalala, which is a part of Boeny Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,328 in 2022 commune census.[2][3]
Soalala is served by a local airport and maritime harbour. It also has riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 78% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are bananas and cassava. Industry and services provide employment for 5% and 1% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 16% of the population.[2]
Soalala was severely damaged and lost several residents when it became the landfall area for Cyclone Belna in 2019 and Cyclone Fytia in 2026.
