Talata Mafara

Talata Mafara is in Zamfara State, North West Nigeria.

Understand

It is said that Talata Mafara come from the Hausa meaning of “Tuesday,” because that is the market day of the town. Farming, especially millet, sorghum, and groundnuts, and livestock rearing are the primary economic activities of the town. This is an important trading location in the area, and the native are mainly of the Hausa and Fulani communities.

The climate of Talata Mafara is hot semi-arid with June–September signifying a wet season and the rest of the year a dry season. Visitors should prepare for warm weather as temperatures can be high all year round.

Get in

By plane

• The nearest airport is Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport in Sokoto, which is about 100 km away.

See

• 1 Talata Mafara Market. Held every Tuesday (updated Nov 2024)
• 2 Local Mosques. Talata Mafara is home to several mosques that reflect traditional Hausa architecture. (updated Nov 2024)

Eat

• Tuwo Shinkafa. A popular dish made from rice flour, served with various stews, often including vegetable or groundnut soup. (updated Nov 2024)
• Kilishi. This spiced, dried meat is common in northern Nigeria. (updated Nov 2024)

Drink

• Kunu. made from millet or sorghum, kunu is mildly spiced and often served chilled. (updated Nov 2024)

Stay safe

Most parts of Talata Mafara are safe and peaceful, but always stay updated on the local security situation. Zamfara State has suffered from security issues in the 2020s. When travelling in rural areas, never travel alone; otherwise, always stay in populated areas.

Connect

Telecommunication networks, such as MTN, Airtel, and Glo, provide service in Talata Mafara. Internet coverage is available but may be limited in more rural areas.

Go next

• Gusau
• Sokoto
• Kebbi
• Minna
• Kaduna