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.
By the numbers, Gabon is the 141st most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.03% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 76th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 9 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
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 and currency of Gabon?
The capital of Gabon is Libreville and the currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF), symbol Fr.
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 GuineaThis page contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
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