πŸ‡¨πŸ‡² Cameroon

Republic of Cameroon

Flag of Cameroon

Basic Information

Capital
YaoundΓ©
Region
Africa / Middle Africa
Population
30,441,989
Area
475,442 kmΒ²
Currencies
Central African CFA franc (Fr)
Languages
English, French

About Cameroon

Cameroon's history is marked by a diverse range of influences, from early civilizations like the Sao to European colonization. Portuguese explorers were among the first Europeans to arrive on the coast in the 15th century, initiating trade and contact. The 19th century saw the rise of the Adamawa Emirate and powerful chiefdoms within the country's interior. Germany established Kamerun as a colony in 1884, leaving a lasting impact on the region's infrastructure and administration. Following World War I, Cameroon was partitioned between France and the United Kingdom, shaping its linguistic and political landscape.

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
CM
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
CMR
Flag Emoji
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Political Information

System of Government
Unitary Presidential Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes

Additional Flags & Symbols

Southern Cameroons
Southern Cameroons
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