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
Languages
- French— see all countries
Currency
- Central African CFA franc (Fr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
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.