Tangani'a

Tangani'a, also known as Tanganyika, is one of the four sectors in the Fizi Territory of South Kivu Province, located in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In the Bembe language (Kibembe) Tangani'a means "Tanganyika", which is the name of the major lake adjacent to the sector. It is bordered to the north by Uvira Territory and Mwenga Territory. Situated near Lake Tanganyika in the east, it is bounded to the south by the Mutambala and N’gangya sectors, and to the west by the Lulenge and Itombwe sectors.^[1][2][3][4]

The main town in the sector is Mbo'ko, commonly spelled as Mboko, and it is situated alongside Lake Tanganyika. In this particular area of the Fizi Territory, the Banyan'gangya clan, one of the largest clans of the Bembe people, can be found. They are also present in the N'gangya (Ngandja) sector, which happens to be the largest among the five sectors of the Fizi Territory.^[3][5][6]

The sector thrives on a diverse range of economic activities, primarily centered around fishing and agriculture. The sector's close proximity to Lake Tanganyika offers abundant opportunities for fishing, which serves as a vital source of sustenance and livelihood for the local population. Agriculture play integral roles in the sector's economic landscape. The fertile lands surrounding Tangani'a offer favorable conditions for cultivating various crops, including staple foods such as maize, potatoes, cassava, and beans. Additionally, the region's moderate climate and fertile soil provide an ideal environment for cultivating cash crops like coffee, cocoa, and palm oil, which possess significant export potential. Despite these economic activities, Tangani'a continues to face developmental challenges. The historical isolation of the Fizi Territory, stemming from its geographical location and inadequate infrastructure, has hindered access to markets and essential services. Limited connectivity and a lack of robust transportation networks have impeded trade and economic integration with other regions, impeding the sector's overall progress.^{[7][8][5][6][9][10]}