Gabon
Gabonese Republic
People: Gabonese
Gabon is located in Middle Africa and has a population of around 2.5 million. Its capital city is Libreville, and the most widely spoken official language is French.
Gabon — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Gabonese Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Libreville |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| Population | 2,469,296 |
| Area | 267,668 km² |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) Fr |
| Official Language | French |
| Dialling Code | +241 |
| Internet TLD | .ga |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | GA / GAB |
| Borders | Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gabon
What is the capital of Gabon?
The capital of Gabon is Libreville.
What currency does Gabon use?
Gabon uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Gabon?
The official language of Gabon is French.
What is the dialling code for Gabon?
The international dialling code for Gabon is +241.
What side of the road does Gabon drive on?
Gabon drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Gabon
Cameroon
Republic of the Congo
Equatorial GuineaPlanning a trip to Gabon?
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