General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Yaoundé |
| Country | Cameroon |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.4% |
| Gdp | $49.6 billion |
| Size | 475,442 km² |
| Population | 27.04 million |
| Population density | 56.9/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.6 |
| City population | 57.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 25∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | French, English |
| Population able to read | 80.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 11.6% |
| Population able to speak english | 38.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 42.3 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.9/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Camair-Co |
| Main airport | Nsimalen International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $1.6 |
| Burger | $2.5 |
| Coffee | $1.5 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $40/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $120/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2.5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.70/l |
| Rental car | $25/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $2/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 10% |
| Vat | 19.25% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1350 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 1.3/MBits |
| Tld | .cm |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 70% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type E |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Carrefour |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie Centrale |
| Drugstore | N/A |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 6/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ndole | A leafy green vegetable stew made with peanuts, meat, and spices | $5-10 |
| Fufu | A starchy paste made from pounded yams or plantains | $2-5 |
| Egusi Soup | A soup made with ground melon seeds, meat, and vegetables | $5-10 |
| Suya | Grilled meat skewers | $2-5 |
| Bobolo | A fermented cassava dish | $3-6 |
| Plantain Fufu | A starchy paste made from pounded plantains | $2-5 |
| Achu | A spicy stew made with beef, fish, or vegetables | $5-10 |
| Koki | A fried dough made from black-eyed peas | $1-3 |
| Sangah | A spicy sauce made with tomatoes, onions, and peppers | $2-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Wine | A naturally fermented wine made from the sap of palm trees | $2-$5 |
| Bissap | A refreshing drink made from dried hibiscus flowers | $1-$2 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic drink made from ginger, sugar, and water | $1-$2 |
| Matango | A sweet and sour fruit juice made from mangoes | $1-$2 |
| Plantain Beer | A beer made from fermented plantains | $2-$5 |
| Sorghum Beer | A beer made from fermented sorghum | $2-$5 |
| White Beer | A beer made from fermented corn | $2-$5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Masks | Handcrafted wooden masks depicting various traditional Cameroonian motifs | $20-$50 |
| Statues | Carved wooden or stone statues representing animals, people, or deities | $15-$40 |
| Textiles | Vibrant handwoven fabrics with intricate patterns and colors | $10-$30 per yard |
| Jewelry | Beads, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings made with local materials such as wood, bone, and glass | $5-$20 |
| Basketry | Handcrafted baskets made from natural fibers such as raffia and sisal | $10-$30 |
| Ceramics | Pottery and ceramics with traditional designs and patterns | $10-$25 |
| Musical instruments | Traditional drums, xylophones, and other musical instruments | $20-$50 |
| Coffee | High-quality Arabica coffee beans grown in Cameroon’s volcanic highlands | $10-$20 per pound |
| Chocolate | Rich and flavorful chocolate made from locally grown cocoa beans | $5-$10 per bar |
| Spices | Aromatic spices such as pepper, nutmeg, and cloves | $5-$10 per ounce |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Youth Day | February 11 | Celebrates the youth of Cameroon |
| International Women’s Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women |
| Good Friday | March or April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| National Day | May 20 | Celebrates the independence of Cameroon from France |
| Ascension Day | May or June | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Pentecost | May or June | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Assumption Day | August 15 | Celebrates the assumption of Mary into heaven |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Cameroon Tribune |
| Online news | CameroonInfo.net |
| Tv | CRTV |
| Radio | CRTV |