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Nhacra

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Practical info — Nhacra

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Nhacra is an easy stopover on the main road connecting Bissau to the north.
Toca-tocas (minibuses) from Bissau pass through frequently, but expect them to be quite crowded.
Mosquito repellent is essential, especially near any water sources or during the rainy season.
Dress modestly, especially when walking around community areas or local markets.

🍽 Food

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Jollof Rice

A popular West African rice dish, often served with chicken at roadside stands.

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Fried Plantains

A delicious and quick snack sold by local women near the transport stops.

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Local Tea (Ataya)

Enjoy a sweet, strong green tea prepared by locals in the late afternoon.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Roadside Stalls

Great for picking up snacks, cold drinks, and local produce while traveling through.

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Cashew Nuts

Nhacra is in a cashew-producing area; buy them fresh or roasted in small bags.

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Surrounding Cashew Orchards

The cashew groves offer wonderful shade and a break from the busy main road.

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Nhacra River Area

A short walk from the center will bring you to smaller, tranquil waterways.

Nhacra is a strategically significant town located in the Oio Region of western Guinea-Bissau. It is situated approximately 30 kilometers northeast of the capital city, Bissau, and functions as a vital transportation hub on the main road connecting the center with the northern provinces. The local economy is almost exclusively driven by agriculture, with the cultivation and export of cashew nuts serving as the primary source of income for the resident population. Geographically, Nhacra lies in a transition zone between the coastal plains and the slightly higher interior, characterized by extensive palm groves and fertile soils. During the War of Independence between 1963 and 1974, the surrounding area was a site of significant logistical movements by PAIGC guerrillas. Today, the town serves as the administrative center of its eponymous sector and is essential for the regional food supply of the metropolitan area. Ethnic diversity is high, with the Balanta and Mandinka groups significantly shaping the social structure of the local community.

Location: Guinea-Bissau
Nearby: Mansôa (19 km)
Population: ~1.966 (2023)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	23	25	27	29	29	28	27	26	26	27	26	24
Rain mm	1	0	0	0	21	132	375	487	355	173	11	0

Geography

Population

1,966 (2023)

Coordinates

11.95000, -15.45000

Facts

Nhacra is the headquarters of the eponymous sector in the Oio Region.
The town is located only about 30 km away from the capital, Bissau.
The economy is primarily based on large-scale cashew nut cultivation.
The region is an important transit area for trade with neighboring Senegal.
The climate is tropical, featuring a distinct rainy season from June to October.
Ethnically, the Balanta and Mandinka groups are dominant in Nhacra.