Benguela, city and seaport, western Angola, capital of Benguela District, on the Atlantic Ocean. Because Benguela lacks adequate port facilities, most export trade is handled at Lobito, to the north. Refined sugar, dried fish, soap, tools, pottery, and lumber are the important products of local industry. Benguela was founded by the Portuguese, who built a fort here in 1587. In the 19th century the city was a leading slave depot. Population (1983 estimate) 155,000.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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