Sota River
| Sota | |
|---|---|
North Benin with the Sota in the center | |
| Location | |
| Country | Benin |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Near Ndali, Benin, Borgou Department |
| Mouth | |
• location | Niger River at Malanville |
| Length | 250 km (160 mi) |
| Basin size | 13,650 km2 (5,270 sq mi) |
| Discharge | |
| • average | 31 m3/s (1,100 cu ft/s) |
The Sota is a river of northern Benin flowing through the departments of Borgou and Alibori. It is a tributary of the Niger River and the Tassiné River is one of its tributaries. The river is approximately 250 km (160 mi) in length and covers a basin area of 13,650 km2 (5,270 sq mi).