Saurimo, formerly known as Henrique de Carvalho, is a city in Angola. It is the capital of Lunda Sul Province. As of 2024, Saurimo has a population of 589,792, which steadily grows as a result of migration.
History
The city was formerly known as Henrique de Carvalho, a Portuguese explorer, who visited the region in 1884 and first made contact with the local Lunda people. In 1956, Saurimo was raised to city status.
Notable people
- Yola Araújo is an Angolan songwriter and musician;