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Cameroon

Middle Africa, Africa

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Cameroon is a country in Middle Africa, Africa. With a population of 29,442,327 and an area of 475,442 km², the capital city is Yaoundé. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally. The official languages are English and French. The national currency is the Central African CFA franc (Fr XAF).

Quick Facts

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Yaoundé
Capital
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29,442,327
Population
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475,442 km²
Area (km²)
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183,569 mi²
Area (sq mi)
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62 / km²
Population Density
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Fr XAF
Currency
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+237
Dial Code
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.cm
TLD
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Africa
Continent

Travel & Living

Key indicators for visiting or living in Cameroon.

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17 Mbps
Avg Internet Speed

Geography

Cameroon is located in Middle Africa at coordinates 6.00°N, 12.00°E. It shares borders with 6 countries. Total land area: 475,442 km² (183,569 mi²). Population density: 62 people per km². The highest point is Mount Cameroon at 4,095 m.

ContinentAfrica
Coordinates6.00°N, 12.00°E
🏔️ Highest PointMount Cameroon
4,095 m
🏞️ Longest RiverChari River
1,400 km
TimezonesUTC+01:00

Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Cameroon, including Roumdé Adjia Stadium with a capacity of 22,000 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumRoumdé Adjia Stadium
22,000 seats

Cities in Cameroon

Frequently Asked Questions about Cameroon

What is the capital of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé.
What is the population of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a population of approximately 29,442,327 people.
What continent is Cameroon in?
Cameroon is located in Africa, in the Middle Africa subregion.
Where is Cameroon located?
Cameroon is located in Middle Africa, Africa, at coordinates 6.0°N, 12.0°E.
What currency does Cameroon use?
Cameroon uses the Central African CFA franc (Fr XAF).
What is the capital and currency of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé and the currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF).
What languages are spoken in Cameroon?
The official languages of Cameroon are English, French.
What is the area of Cameroon?
Cameroon covers a total area of 475,442 km² (183,569 square miles).
How large is Cameroon in square miles?
Cameroon has a total area of approximately 183,569 square miles (475,442 km²).
What is the population density of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a population density of approximately 62 people per km².
Is Cameroon an independent country?
Yes, Cameroon is a fully independent and sovereign country.
How many countries does Cameroon border?
Cameroon shares land borders with 6 countries.
What countries border Cameroon?
Cameroon shares land borders with: Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria.
What is the country calling code for Cameroon?
The international calling code for Cameroon is +237. To call Cameroon from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +237 and the local number.
What time zone is Cameroon in?
Cameroon operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
What is the highest point in Cameroon?
The highest point in Cameroon is Mount Cameroon at 4,095 m (13,435 ft) above sea level.
How fast is the internet in Cameroon?
The average internet speed in Cameroon is 17 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

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