Republic of Cameroon
Capital
Yaoundé
Region
Africa
Population
29,442,327
Area (km²)
475,442
Cameroon, a Central African nation often called "Africa in miniature" for its diverse landscapes and cultures, spans 475,442 km² and is home to over 29 million people. Its capital, Yaoundé, serves as the political hub in this bilingual country (French and English), which boasts a mix of rainforests, mountains, and coastlines. With a growing economy driven by oil, agriculture, and timber, Cameroon faces challenges like political tensions but remains a vibrant gateway to Africa's biodiversity.
A significant 72.000% of Cameroon's population has access to electricity, indicating progress in infrastructure development. While this is a positive step, it also highlights that over a quarter of the population still lacks this basic utility, posing challenges for further economic and social development.
Cameroon's life expectancy at 63.70 years, while showing improvement, is still relatively low compared to global averages. This is further compounded by a high infant mortality rate of 41.200 per 1,000 live births, indicating persistent challenges in public health and healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
Cameroon's economy faces a significant challenge with inflation at 7.383%, which is more than double its GDP growth rate of 3.348%. This indicates a real decline in purchasing power and economic stability for its citizens, despite positive, albeit modest, economic expansion.
Cameroon reports a notably low unemployment rate of 3.613%, which is often associated with developed economies. However, this contrasts with its low GDP per capita and high inflation, suggesting potential underemployment or a large informal sector not fully captured by official statistics.
GDP (Current US$)
$48.81B
Year: 2023
GDP Per Capita
$1,720.48
GDP Growth (%)
3.35%
Inflation (%)
7.38%
Unemployment (%)
3.61%
Debt to GDP (%)
N/A%
Source: World Bank • Last updated: 12/24/2025
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