Gabon

Africa · Capital Libreville

Gabon is a country in Africa. Its capital city is Libreville. It has a population of around 2,119,275 people. The main language is French and the official currency is the Central African CFA franc. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

Gabon is a country in Africa. Its capital is Libreville. It has a population of 2,119,275, bordering 3 countries. The official language is French. The official currency is the Central African CFA franc.

Where is Gabon?

Gabon at a glance

Capital: Libreville
Population: 2.1M
Currency: Central African CFA franc
Language: French
Continent: Africa
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Gabon

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Frequently asked questions about Gabon

What is the capital of Gabon?

The capital of Gabon is Libreville.

What continent is Gabon in?

Gabon is located in Africa.

What is the population of Gabon?

Gabon has a population of approximately 2,119,275 people.

What is the currency of Gabon?

The official currency of Gabon is the Central African CFA franc.

What language is spoken in Gabon?

The main language spoken in Gabon is French.

What is the flag of Gabon?

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