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What is gabon?

· Sarah Mitchell

Key facts

official name Gabonese Republic[1]
capital Libreville[2]
area 267,667 sq km[2]
population 2.3 million[3]
language French[2]
independence day August 17, 1960[2]

Gabon is a country in Central Africa on the Atlantic coast, straddling the Equator. Its official name is the Gabonese Republic, and its capital is Libreville.

Context

Gabon is a country in Central Africa on the Atlantic coast, straddling the Equator. Its capital is Libreville, and its official name is the Gabonese Republic. The country became independent from France in 1960 and is a member of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) [1].

Documented claims

  • Gabon is bordered by Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, and the Republic of the Congo. [1]
  • Gabon lies on the Equator and the Atlantic coast. [5]
  • Gabon became independent from France in 1960. [2]
  • Gabon is a member of ECCAS. [4]

Questions and answers

What is Gabon best known for?

Gabon is known for its dense rainforests, diverse wildlife, and extensive caves. The country is also recognized for its stable political environment and significant oil reserves [1].

Is Gabon a U.S. ally?

Gabon maintains diplomatic relations with the United States and is considered a strategic partner in the region. However, specific alliances are not explicitly detailed in the sources [1].

Sources

  1. Gabon | Population, Religion, Maps, Capital, Currency, & ... — britannica.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Gabon: Introduction — globaledge.msu.edu (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Country Summary — cia.gov (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. 12 Interesting Facts About Gabon — afrikanza.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  5. Quick Facts - Gabon Embassy USA — gabonembassyusa.org (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Places