Gabon (officially Gabonese Republic) is an independent country located in Middle Africa, Africa. With a population of 2,469,296 people, it ranks #143 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 267,668 km² (#78 globally), with a population density of 9 people per km². The capital city is Libreville. The official language is French.
Key Facts
Population
2,469,296
#143 world ranking
Area
267,668 km²
#78 world ranking
Population Density
9/km²
Capital
Libreville
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+241
Languages
- French— see all countries
Currency
- Central African CFA franc (Fr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering Gabon →
Cameroon
Republic of the Congo
Equatorial GuineaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Gabon?
The capital of Gabon is Libreville.
What is the population of Gabon?
Gabon has a population of 2,469,296 people, ranking #143 in the world by population.
How big is Gabon?
Gabon covers an area of 267,668 km², ranking #78 in the world by area. The population density is 9 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Gabon?
The official languages of Gabon are: French.
What is the currency of Gabon?
The currency of Gabon is Central African CFA franc (Fr).
What countries border Gabon?
Gabon shares borders with 3 countries: Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea.