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Cameroon: capital, population, borders and facts
Cameroon is a country in Africa. Its capital city is Yaounde. Roughly 29 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. Cameroon shares a land border with 6 countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Nigeria. Its coast touches the Atlantic Ocean. The national flag uses green, red and yellow.
| Capital city | Yaounde |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population (approx.) | 29 million |
| Land neighbours | 6: Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria |
| Seas and oceans | Atlantic Ocean |
| Flag colours | green, red, yellow |
Outline of Cameroon
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaounde.
What is the population of Cameroon?
Cameroon has roughly 29 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border Cameroon?
Cameroon borders Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Nigeria.
Is Cameroon landlocked?
No, Cameroon is not landlocked.
Travel basics for Cameroon
In Cameroon, traffic drives on the right, plug types C and E and emergency number 112. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the Cameroon travel basics page.
Put what you know about Cameroon to the test
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- Capital: the capital of Cameroon is Yaounde. Test yourself on capitals in Capital Hunt or the capital cities quiz.
- Shape: do you recognise the outline above? Try the country outline quiz or Outline.
- Flag: The Cameroon flag uses green, red and yellow. Can you tell flags apart from their colours? Try Guess the Flag.
- Borders: Cameroon has 6 land neighbours. Name a country's neighbours against the clock in Neighbour Rush, or find the shortest land route between two countries in Border Run.
- Population: With roughly 29 million people, Cameroon is a good one to compare in Population Match or Population Showdown.
- Everything at once: work out a hidden country from six clues in Mystery Country, or browse all geography games.
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