Lunda Sul is a province located in the eastern part of Angola. Its administrative centre and largest town is Saurimo. Many accounts describe Lunda Sul as an area with important diamond deposits, which have shaped its economy and history.
Population figures for the province vary between sources; older estimates put the number of residents at about 125,000, but more recent counts and estimates may differ and should be consulted from official statistics when precision is required.
Coordinates: 10°19′S 20°49′E (decimal: 10.317°S 20.817°E)
Geography
Lunda Sul lies in eastern Angola and is part of the larger Lunda region. The province features a mix of savanna and woodland landscapes and is crossed by rivers and seasonal streams. Its position in the interior of the country means much of the province is rural, with settlements concentrated around a few towns and transport routes.
Economy
Mining, particularly of diamonds, is the most visible economic activity in the province and has been central to its development and to patterns of settlement. Agriculture and local trade also contribute to livelihoods, especially outside the mining areas.
Administration and settlement
Saurimo serves as the provincial capital and administrative hub. The province is subdivided into municipalities and communes for local governance; services and infrastructure are mostly concentrated near the main towns.
Notes
- For basic reference, Lunda Sul is identified on maps by the coordinates given above (see coordinates).
- Readers seeking the latest demographic or economic statistics should consult official Angolan publications or recent surveys.