Gambela Region

Gambela Region

Gambela (Amharic: ጋምቤላ?) is one of the nine ethnic divisions (kililoch) of Ethiopia. Previously known as "Region 12", its capital is Gambela. Lying between the Baro and Akobo Rivers, the western part of Gambela includes the Baro salient.

Located in Gambela is Gambela National Park, which covers approximately 5,061 square kilometers or 19.6% of the Region's territory.

Read more about Gambela Region:  Demographics, Economy, Presidents of The Executive Committee, Administrative Subdivisions

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