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Central African Republic

Africa · Middle Africa

Very Low PeaceLow Development
Population5.3M120th
GDP / Capita$516Low income
PPP / Capita$1KVery Low
Life Expectancy58 yrsVery Low

Extreme instability, Russian Wagner presence — diamonds and timber, very dangerous.

At a Glance

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CriticalChild Survival
55
ModeratePrice Level Index
37
CriticalWater Access
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Central African Republic

The Central African Republic is one of the most remote and least visited countries in Africa, with vast rainforests, extraordinary wildlife including forest elephants and lowland gorillas, and a natural environment that remains largely untouched. The culture has deep roots in Bantu and Sudanic traditions, with a rich oral history and crafts culture. It is exclusively for experienced travellers comfortable with very limited infrastructure and genuine remoteness.

  • Has some of the world's largest diamond deposits, yet consistently ranks as one of the poorest countries.
  • Less than 5% of the country has paved roads.
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Quick Facts

Capital

Bangui

Languages

French, Sango

Currency

Fr XAF

Area

622,980 km²

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Nomad Hub

PlugType C/E

GDP / Capita

i

$516

Low

PPP / Capita

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$1K

Low

Inflation

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1.5%

Low

Unemployment

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6.3%

Moderate

GNI / Capita

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$510

Low

Tax Revenue

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8.2%

FDI Inflows

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1.5%

Education Spend

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1.8%

Price Level Index

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55th pct

Affordable

20-Year Trend + IMF Forecast

Income & inflation over time

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+65% nominal-9% real
$462$924$1K5%10%15%200520102015202020252027
GDPPPPInflationIMF forecast