Digui

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.

History

The rebel group UPC used to control Digui and established a base in the village. MINUSCA and FACA forces captured Digui on 1 February 2020 from UPC.
UPC rebels attacked FACA checkpoints in Digui on 22 May 2023 and casualties were reported. 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.

Economy

The residents consist of breeders and farmers. They harvest cassava, peanuts, corn, and rice.

Education

Digui does not have any schools, and the students had to go to Yangouya.

Healthcare

Digui does not have health facilities and the villagers depend on traders who sell medicines. To seek medical treatment, they go to Poudjo, Alindao, or Batobadja.

Bibliographies

Category:Populated places in Ouaka