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Tambura

Tambura

9.9
A town in western South Sudan where the local government works
  • proper noun
: Tambura
  • The local government office is located in Tambura, serving as the administrative center for the region.

Examples

  • The road from Yambio to Tambura is often difficult to travel during the rainy season.

  • Many people in Tambura rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.

  • After months of planning, the team finally arrived in Tambura to begin their project.

  • I visited Tambura last summer.

  • Tambura is known for its rich cultural heritage.

  • Many families in Tambura grow crops and raise livestock to support their daily needs.

  • During my trip to Tambura, I learned about the town's history and its vibrant traditions.

Surface Forms

Tambura main

Etymology

Tambura is the name of a town in Western Equatoria, South Sudan, and the name most likely comes from a local language of that area. A helpful way to remember Tambura is to think of it as a local place name, like other town names in the region, so it stands for a community and administrative 'centre'.