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Cameroon

Central Africa

Cameroon is often called 'Africa in Miniature' because it features nearly every type of African landscape and climate, from coastal rainforests to Sahelian savanna. It is one of Africa's most bilingual countries, with both French and English as official languages. The country is renowned for its passion for football and diverse cultural traditions.

Motto: “Peace, Work, Fatherland”

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Population

28.6M

Capital

Yaounde

GDP

$44.3B

Languages

French, English

Independence

1960

Currency

Central African CFA Franc (XAF)

Area

475,442 km²

Calling Code

+237

Official Name

Republic of Cameroon

Cultural Highlights

  • The Indomitable Lions, one of Africa's most successful national football teams
  • Bamileke art and architecture featuring elaborate royal compounds
  • Makossa and bikutsi music genres that have gained international followings
  • The Ngondo water festival of the Sawa people in Douala
  • Traditional Bamoun sultanic art and the Royal Palace of Foumban

Famous Landmarks

Mount CameroonWaza National ParkLobe WaterfallsRoyal Palace of Foumban

Travel Tips

  • Kribi's beaches and the Lobe Waterfalls (which flow directly into the sea) are must-sees
  • Mount Cameroon is West Africa's highest peak and offers challenging hikes
  • The northwest and southwest anglophone regions may have travel advisories; check before visiting
  • Douala is the main entry point with an international airport
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