Namlea

Namlea is a town on the northeastern coast of Buru Island, in Maluku Province, Indonesia. It serves as the administrative center of Buru Regency. The town sits on the coast facing the Buru Sea and features a natural harbor that handles small-scale fishing boats and regional shipping.

The economy of Namlea is primarily driven by fishing and agriculture, with markets that trade coconuts, copra, cloves, and other farm products common in the region. Government administration, education, health services, and small-scale trading form important parts of the local economy.

Namlea functions as a regional transport hub within Buru Regency. The port accommodates passenger and cargo services and connects Namlea with other towns on Buru Island and, more broadly, the Maluku Islands. Road networks link Namlea with inland villages, though travel can be limited by terrain.

Demographics include indigenous Buru people as well as migrants from other parts of Indonesia. The community practices a mix of Islam and Christianity, with languages including Indonesian and the local Buru language.

Education and facilities include several primary and secondary schools, a market, clinics, religious sites, and local government offices, reflecting Namlea’s role as an administrative and service center for the surrounding area.