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Delve into Ouro Haoussas in Cameroon
Ouro Haoussas in the region of North Province is located in Cameroon - some 405 mi or ( 652 km ) North of Yaoundé , the country's capital .
Local time in Ouro Haoussas is now 04:35 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Africa/Douala " with a UTC offset of 1 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Sotobouton, Sanguere, Ouro Be, Niakira, and Nassarao. While being here, you might want to check out Sotobouton . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Ouro Haoussas ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Mayo Kébbi
This article discusses the river named Mayo Kébbi. For the former prefecture of Chad, see Mayo-Kébbi Prefecture. The Mayo Kébbi is a river in Central and West Africa. The river rises in Chad, then flows west into the Bénoué River. Mayo-Kébbi Prefecture in Chad is named for it. The Mayo Kébbi is the major outlet for Lake Fianga, shared between Cameroon and Chad.
Located at 9.30 13.55 (Lat./Long.); Less than 8 km away
Roumdé Adjia Stadium
Stade Roumdé Adjia is a multi-purpose stadium in Garoua, Cameroon. It is currently used mostly for football matches. It serves as a home ground of Cotonsport Garoua. The stadium holds 35,000 people and was built in 1978.
Located at 9.33 13.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Garoua
Garoua is a port city and the capital of the North Region of Cameroon, lying on the Benue River. It is the center of trade of the surrounding agricultural region and also houses several textile processing facilities. The city has 235,996 inhabitants according to the 2005 Census, making it the third most populous city in Cameroon after the seaport city of Douala and the capital, Yaoundé. Garoua is an oasis of green in the heart of the bush.
Located at 9.30 13.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
First Battle of Garua
The First Battle of Garua took place from 29 to 31 August 1914 during the Kamerun Campaign of the First World War between German and invading British forces in northern Kamerun at Garua. It was the first significant action to take place in the campaign and resulted in the German repulsion of the British force.
Located at 9.30 13.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
Second Battle of Garua
The Second Battle of Garua took place from 31 May to 10 June 1915 during the Kamerun campaign of the First World War in Garua, German Kamerun. The battle was between a combined French and British force and defending German garrison and resulted in an Allied victory.
Located at 9.30 13.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
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