Negage

Negage, located southeast of Uíge city in Uíge Province, is a town steeped in
military history and local resilience. Once a Portuguese military airbase and logistics
centre, Negage has evolved into a modest provincial town surrounded by open
savannah, forest patches, and agricultural activity. While relatively remote, its quiet
energy and community-oriented infrastructure make it well-suited for Conservation
& Environment, Remote & Retreats, and Community & Culture-driven events.
The town’s airfield—a legacy of its strategic importance during colonial rule—still
exists, though it now serves civil purposes. The large open spaces and old barracks
buildings surrounding the airstrip offer unique opportunities for adaptive reuse in
event programming. Pop-up exhibitions, open-air screenings, or repurposed
workshops can all be hosted here, especially by groups focused on memory,
peacebuilding, or rural revitalization.
Local schools, churches, and municipal buildings form the backbone of Negage’s
community venues. These are often used for educational programs, public health
initiatives, and NGO-led events focused on food security, maternal health, or post-
conflict reconciliation. The Negage Municipal Hospital, one of the largest in the
region, also plays host to medical outreach campaigns and capacity-building
forums—making the town a key hub for health-centred events and regional
coordination.
Surrounding Negage are patches of secondary forest and smallholder farms that
open the door to conservation education, youth-led environmental initiatives, and
small-scale rural tourism development. Field-based programs exploring
reforestation, climate adaptation, or sustainable agriculture are particularly well-
suited to the landscape. Planners can coordinate with local forestry agencies or
schools to build community-involved events that leave a lasting impact.
Accommodation in Negage is limited to basic local guesthouses, though mission-
run facilities and short-term rental options are available with advance coordination.
Travel is primarily overland via Uíge, and while roads can be challenging during the
wet season, the town remains accessible for committed delegations or project-based
teams.
Negage is best suited for event organizers who value depth over scale—those willing
to engage closely with local partners and work creatively with existing assets.

Whether your event involves community storytelling, environmental stewardship, or
public health, Negage offers a peaceful and purposeful setting where engagement is
real and outcomes are meaningful.