[2] In the early 20th century gold was discovered in the region which caused an exponential growth of Nouveau Wakapou.
[2] Around 2022, the population was around 150 people and it was mainly inhabited by Aluku maroons.
[1][5] The Mankassiaba Soula rapids are located near the village in the Lawa River.
[6] Nouveau Wakapou is located about 20 minutes downstream from Maripasoula.
This French Guiana (Guyane) location article is a stub.