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Central African Republic Facts and Figures
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Map of Central African Republic
Meaning of Country's name |
C.A.R. is named after its geographical position in the center of the continent of Africa |
Capital |
Bangui |
Largest Cities |
Bangui and Bimbo |
Population |
4,422,000(est.2009) |
Country Code |
236 |
Internet Country Code |
.cf |
Area |
240,534 mi² (622,984 km²) |
Area-Comparative |
Slightly smaller than Texas |
Bordering Countries |
Cape Verde is a series of islands of the coast of Northwest Africa |
Date of Founding (Current State) |
August 13, 1960 |
Type of Government |
Republic |
Languages Spoken |
French and Sangho |
Religions Practiced |
Christians (50%) and indigenous beliefs |
GDP per Capita |
$458.2 (est. 2008) |
Latest GDP Growth Rate |
2.2% (est. 2008) |
Top Exports |
Wood, Pearls, Precious Stones, Metals, Coins, and Cotton |
National Holidays |
New Year's Day - Jan. 1, Boganda Day - Mar. 29, Easter, Labour Day - May 1, Ascension, Whit Monday, General Prayer Day - June 30, Independence Day - Aug. 13, Assumption - Aug. 15, All Saints Day - Nov. 1, Republic Day - Dec. 1, and Christmas - Dec. 25 |
Money Currency |
Franc |
National Sports Teams |
National Football Teams, Rugby, and Basketball, athletes from the country have also participated in the Olympic Games since 1968 |
Random Fact |
The Constitution of Central African Republic was suspended in 2003 because it provided religious freedom but witchcraft was considered a criminal offense |
NEWS FROM Central African Republic
Tuesday, 05-21-13, 9:39
[Bemba Trial Website]Trial judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have approved an amended list of witnesses in which 13 fewer individuals are expected to testify for Jean-Pierre Bemba.
Friday, 05-17-13, 15:06
[ThinkAfricaPress]Since independence, the Central African Republic has experienced five coups. What chance does the country's latest strongman have of seeing out his term in office?
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