Madingo-Kayes | |
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 Madingo-Kayes District in the region | |
| Country |  Republic of the Congo |
| Region | Kouilou Region |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,114 sq mi (2,886 km2) |
| Population (2023 census) [1] | |
| • Total | 8,574 |
| • Density | 7.7/sq mi (3.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (GMT +1) |
Madingo-Kayes is a district in the Kouilou Region of far south-western Republic of the Congo. The capital lies at Madingo-Kayes.
The area is known for its archaeological site Madingo Kayes.
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