There are many meandering rivers, of which a substantial proportion form estuaries in the coastal regions.

[1] Tombali is divided into five sectors namely Bedanda, Cacine, Catio, Quebo [pt] and Komo.

While international funds came pouring in for the economic development of the nation, the party was accused of misusing power in authoritarian manner.

The one-party state mechanism was turbulent during the period of 1980s and 1990s with army taking control of power more frequently and the resultant civil war resulted in loss of property and lives.

The Military Committee appointed two civilians as interim President and Prime Minister.

Elections were held for a five-year term on 24 July 2005 with a multi party representation.

The latest elections were held during April 2014 with 13 Presidential candidates and representation from 15 parties.

[4] Jose Mario Vaz and his party, won the Presidential and parliamentary elections against the military backed Nuno Gomes Nabiam.

The intercensal rate of average annual growth (adjusted data) is 1.61 per cent.

As of 2011, the total population which was active constitutes 60 per cent nationwide indicating there are lot of employed people.