Cameroon
Republic of Cameroon
People: Cameroonian
Cameroon is located in Middle Africa and has a population of around 29.4 million. Its capital city is Yaoundé, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
Cameroon — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Cameroon |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Yaoundé |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| Population | 29,442,327 |
| Area | 475,442 km² |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) Fr |
| Official Languages | English, French |
| Dialling Code | +237 |
| Internet TLD | .cm |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | CM / CMR |
| Borders | Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cameroon
What is the capital of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé.
What currency does Cameroon use?
Cameroon uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Cameroon?
The official languages of Cameroon are English and French.
What is the dialling code for Cameroon?
The international dialling code for Cameroon is +237.
What side of the road does Cameroon drive on?
Cameroon drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Republic of the Congo
Equatorial Guinea
Gabon
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