What is the Capital of Cameroon?

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.
Capital of Cameroon Yaoundé

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The capital city of Cameroon is Yaoundé. Cameroon is located in Middle Africa, Africa, with a population of 29,442,327. The official currency is the Central African CFA franc and the primary language spoken is English.

💰 Currency: Central African CFA franc 📞 Dialling: +237 🗣️ Language: English 🌍 All facts about Cameroon

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Capital of Cameroon — FAQ

What is the capital of Cameroon?

The capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé.

Is Yaoundé the largest city in Cameroon?

No — while Yaoundé is the capital, the largest city in Cameroon is Douala.

What country is Yaoundé in?

Yaoundé is the capital city of Cameroon.

What continent is Yaoundé in?

Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, is located in Africa.

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