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Benaleka

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Benaleka or Bena-Leka is a settlement in Kasai-Occidental, Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is located 220 km (137 mi) northwest of Kananga. The elevation is 467 m (1,532 ft).

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Map of Bena Leka, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Transport

Benaleka is served by a station on the national railway system.

On August 1, 2007, a train derailed near Benaleka, killing more than 100 people. Brake failure appears to be the cause.

References

Benaleka Wikipedia