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Soanierana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Taolanaro, which is a part of Anosy Region in Toliara Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 9,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 64% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 5% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatos. Industry and services provide employment for 2% and 10% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 19% of the population.[2]
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Coordinates: 25°0′S 46°53′E / 25°S 46.883°E / -25; 46.883
Madagascar
