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Former colony of colonial superpowers Britain, France and Germany, Cameroon is a towards democratic country with the power in hands of an ethnic oligarchy that gained independence in 1860.
Introduction
Former colony of colonial superpowers Britain, France and Germany, Cameroon is a towards democratic country with the power in hands of an ethnic oligarchy that gained independence in 1860.
Cameroon Location and size
Cameroon is located in West Africa, bordering to Chad, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria and Atlantic Ocean. Cameroon covers an area of 475 440 square kilometers.
Cameroon Climate
Cameroon has two different climatic areas, coastal area and northern area, with dry season from October to April.
Cameroon Language
English and French are the official languages of Cameroon, languages of twenty-four major African language groups are also spoken.
Time
Cameroon operates 1 hour ahead of GMT throughout the year.
Cameroon Money and Banks
Central African Franc is the official currency of Cameroon. Most of the good facilities usually accept all the major credit cards.
Passports and visas
All visitors to Cameroon except Germans must be in possession of a passport valid long enough to cover the stay in the country. Visas cannot be obtained at the land borders; you have to get them before entering the country.
Cameroon Infrastructure
Air France offers scheduled flights to Cameroon, and there are regular scheduled domestic flights. Reliable train connections are available, as well as bus services throughout the country.
Cameroon Health
Payment through insurance companies is not accepted by most medical practitioners. Check with your insurance company. Besides the compulsory vaccinatin against yellow fever, vaccination against hepatitis A and B, meningitis A and C and against spotted fever is also recommended. There is a high risk of malaria in Cameroon, and high rate of HIV infected.
Cameroon Vaccination
Certificate about vaccination against yellow fever must be presented when entering the country.
Sun
The African sun can be very harsh. Sun blocks, hats and sunglasses are essential during the summer months.
Cameroon Safety
Cameroon is one of the safer African countries, though some safety precautions are highly advisable. Take advice from locals and from your hosts. Don't take walks alone, don't pick up unknown passengers when in taxi. Do not defend when assaulted.
Cameroon Driving
International drivers permit is recommended. Main roads are paved, network is generally in good conditions, though some roads might be impassable during certain periods.
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