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Cameroon

Republic of Cameroon

Region

Africa • Middle Africa

Capital

Yaoundé

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The flag of Cameroon is composed of three equal vertical bands of green, red and yellow, with a yellow five-pointed star in the center.

The flag of Cameroon is composed of three equal vertical bands of green, red and yellow, with a yellow five-pointed star in the center.

Population
26,545,864
Area
475,442 km²
Time Zone
UTC+01:00
Top-Level Domain
.cm

About Cameroon

Cameroon is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Middle Africa region. Its capital city is Yaoundé. With a population of 26,545,864, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 475,442 km², making it a medium-sized country in terms of land area. With a population density of 55.83 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official languages of Cameroon include English and French.

The currency used in Cameroon is the Central African CFA franc (Fr), .

Cameroon is a member of the United Nations.

In Cameroon, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+01:00 time zone.

Cameroon shares its borders with 6 countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Nigeria.

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Quick Facts

  • Capital: Yaoundé
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Cameroon
  • Demonym: Cameroonian
  • Top Level Domain: .cm
  • Calling Code: +237
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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