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A Brief History of Cameroon, Africa - About
A brief introduction to the history of Cameroon from the time of early humans to the present day.
http://africanhistory.about.com/od/cameroon/p/CameroonHist.htm
Cameroon Information and Facts - Africa
YaoundÃ© is the capital of Cameroon. Cameroon means "River of Shrimps" after the Portuguese 'Rio de Camaroes' by explorers of the 15th century. This page contains information about Cape Verde's government, population, languages, currency, culture and more facts.
http://www.africa.com/cameroon/facts/
Cameroon - African Growth and Opportunity Act
Because of its modest oil resources and favorable agricultural conditions, Cameroon has one of the best-endowed primary commodity economies in sub-Saharan Africa.
http://agoa.info/profiles/cameroon.html
FAO Country Profiles: Cameroon
Information about Cameroon, Africa.
http://www.fao.org/countryprofiles/index/en/?iso3=cmr
Cameroon Map / Geography of Cameroon - Worldatlas
Printable map of Cameroon and info and links to Cameroon facts, famous natives, landforms, latitude, longitude, maps, symbols, timeline and weather - by worldatlas.
http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/africa/cm.htm
Republic of Cameroon Country Profile - Central West Africa
Cameroon facts: Official web sites of Cameroon, links and information on Cameroon's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital city, airlines, embassies, tourist boards and newspapers.
http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/cameroon.htm
Gabon Information and Facts - Africa
Libreville is the capital of Gabon. Gabao is the Portuguese name for the Komo river estuary. The estuary takes its name from is shape, which resembles that of a hooded overcoat. This page contains information about Gabon's government, population, languages, currency, culture and more facts.
http://www.africa.com/countries/south-africa/facts-figures/
Local Traditions and Culture in Cameroon - Culture
Local traditions and culture in Cameroon: 25 reviews and photos of local traditions and culture in Cameroon from real travelers and locals.
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Cameroon/Local_Customs-Cameroon-MISC-BR-1.html
People and Culture of Cameroon - Our Africa
It's common for a child in Cameroon to speak at least three languages - a local African mother-tongue, French and English.
http://www.our-africa.org/cameroon/people-culture
Cameroon - Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette
Guide to Cameroon and Cameroonian culture, society, language, etiquette, customs, manners and protocol.
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/cameroon.html
Cameroon Economy - Population
Learn more about the Cameroon economy, including the population of Cameroon, GDP, facts, trade, business, inflation and other data and analysis on its economy from the Index of Economic Freedom published by The Heritage Foundation.
http://www.heritage.org/index/country/cameroon
Cameroon Statistics
Cameroon | Data
http://data.worldbank.org/country/cameroon
Cameroon Country Profile Overview - BBC News
Provides an overview of Cameroon, including key events and facts about this former French and British colony in Africa.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-13146029
Economy of Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
For a quarter of a century following independence, Cameroon was one of the most prosperous countries in Africa.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Cameroon
Culture of Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Cameroon has a rich and diverse culture made up of a mix of about 250 indigenous populations and just as many languages and customs.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Cameroon
Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Cameroon is home to more than 200 different linguistic groups. French and English are the official languages.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameroon

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Economy of Cameroon
Statistics
Douala, the economic capital of Cameroon
Currency	CFA franc (XAF)
Fiscal year	Calendar year
Trade organisations	AU, AfCFTA (signed), ECCAS, WTO
Country group	Developing/Emerging^[1] Lower-middle income economy^[2]
Population	25,216,237 (2018)^[3]
GDP	$38.632 billion (nominal, 2019 est.)^[4] $100.884 billion (PPP, 2019 est.)^[4]
GDP rank	93rd (nominal, 2019) 84th (PPP, 2019)
GDP growth	3.5% (2017) 4.1% (2018) 4.0% (2019e) 4.2% (2020f)^[5]
GDP per capita	$1,515 (nominal, 2019 est.)^[4] $3,955 (PPP, 2019 est.)^[4]
GDP per capita rank	148th (nominal, 2019) 146th (PPP, 2019)
GDP by sector	agriculture: 16.7% industry: 26.5% services: 56.8% (2017 est.)^[6]
Inflation ( CPI)	2.2% (2020 est.)^[4]
Population below poverty line	37.5% (2014, World Bank)^[7] 44.7% on less than $3.20/day (2014)^[8]
Gini coefficient	46.6 high (2014, World Bank)^[9]
Human Development Index	0.563 medium (2018)^[10] (150th) 0.371 low IHDI (2018)^[11]
Labour force	11,354,044 (2019)^[12] 69.6% employment rate (2014)^[13]
Labour force by occupation	agriculture: 70% industry: 13% commerce: 17% (2001 est.)^[6]
Unemployment	4.3% (2014 est.)^[6]
Main industries	petroleum production and refining, aluminium production, food processing, light consumer goods, textiles, lumber, ship repair
External
Exports	$4.732 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Export goods	crude oil and petroleum products, lumber, cocoa beans, aluminium, coffee, cotton
Main export partners	Netherlands 15.6% France 12.6% China 11.7% Belgium 6.8% Italy 6.3% Algeria 4.8% Malaysia 4.4% (2017)^[6]
Imports	$4.812 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Import goods	machinery, electrical equipment, transport equipment, fuel, food
Main import partners	China 19% France 10.3% Thailand 7.9% Nigeria 4.1% (2017)^[6]
Current account	−$932 million (2017 est.)^[6]
Gross external debt	$9.375 billion (31 December 2017 est.)^[6]
Public finances
Government debt	36.9% of GDP (2017 est.)^[6]
Budget balance	−3.4% (of GDP) (2017 est.)^[6]
Revenues	5.363 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Expenses	6.556 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Economic aid	The Paris Club agreed to reduce Cameroon's debt of $1.3 billion by $900 million, debt relief now totals $1.26 billion (2001^[update])
Credit rating	Standard & Poor's:^[14] B (Domestic) B (Foreign) BBB- (T&C Assessment)
Foreign reserves	$3.235 billion (31 December 2017 est.)^[6]
All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars.

Source : Wikipedia under CC-BY-SA license

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A Brief History of Cameroon, Africa - About
A brief introduction to the history of Cameroon from the time of early humans to the present day.
http://africanhistory.about.com/od/cameroon/p/CameroonHist.htm
Cameroon Information and Facts - Africa
YaoundÃ© is the capital of Cameroon. Cameroon means "River of Shrimps" after the Portuguese 'Rio de Camaroes' by explorers of the 15th century. This page contains information about Cape Verde's government, population, languages, currency, culture and more facts.
http://www.africa.com/cameroon/facts/
Cameroon - African Growth and Opportunity Act
Because of its modest oil resources and favorable agricultural conditions, Cameroon has one of the best-endowed primary commodity economies in sub-Saharan Africa.
http://agoa.info/profiles/cameroon.html
FAO Country Profiles: Cameroon
Information about Cameroon, Africa.
http://www.fao.org/countryprofiles/index/en/?iso3=cmr
Cameroon Map / Geography of Cameroon - Worldatlas
Printable map of Cameroon and info and links to Cameroon facts, famous natives, landforms, latitude, longitude, maps, symbols, timeline and weather - by worldatlas.
http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/africa/cm.htm
Republic of Cameroon Country Profile - Central West Africa
Cameroon facts: Official web sites of Cameroon, links and information on Cameroon's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital city, airlines, embassies, tourist boards and newspapers.
http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/cameroon.htm
Gabon Information and Facts - Africa
Libreville is the capital of Gabon. Gabao is the Portuguese name for the Komo river estuary. The estuary takes its name from is shape, which resembles that of a hooded overcoat. This page contains information about Gabon's government, population, languages, currency, culture and more facts.
http://www.africa.com/countries/south-africa/facts-figures/
Local Traditions and Culture in Cameroon - Culture
Local traditions and culture in Cameroon: 25 reviews and photos of local traditions and culture in Cameroon from real travelers and locals.
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Cameroon/Local_Customs-Cameroon-MISC-BR-1.html
People and Culture of Cameroon - Our Africa
It's common for a child in Cameroon to speak at least three languages - a local African mother-tongue, French and English.
http://www.our-africa.org/cameroon/people-culture
Cameroon - Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette
Guide to Cameroon and Cameroonian culture, society, language, etiquette, customs, manners and protocol.
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/cameroon.html
Cameroon Economy - Population
Learn more about the Cameroon economy, including the population of Cameroon, GDP, facts, trade, business, inflation and other data and analysis on its economy from the Index of Economic Freedom published by The Heritage Foundation.
http://www.heritage.org/index/country/cameroon
Cameroon Statistics
Cameroon | Data
http://data.worldbank.org/country/cameroon
Cameroon Country Profile Overview - BBC News
Provides an overview of Cameroon, including key events and facts about this former French and British colony in Africa.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-13146029
Economy of Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
For a quarter of a century following independence, Cameroon was one of the most prosperous countries in Africa.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Cameroon
Culture of Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Cameroon has a rich and diverse culture made up of a mix of about 250 indigenous populations and just as many languages and customs.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Cameroon
Cameroon - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Cameroon is home to more than 200 different linguistic groups. French and English are the official languages.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameroon

Economy of Cameroon
Statistics
Douala, the economic capital of Cameroon
Currency	CFA franc (XAF)
Fiscal year	Calendar year
Trade organisations	AU, AfCFTA (signed), ECCAS, WTO
Country group	Developing/Emerging^[1] Lower-middle income economy^[2]
Population	25,216,237 (2018)^[3]
GDP	$38.632 billion (nominal, 2019 est.)^[4] $100.884 billion (PPP, 2019 est.)^[4]
GDP rank	93rd (nominal, 2019) 84th (PPP, 2019)
GDP growth	3.5% (2017) 4.1% (2018) 4.0% (2019e) 4.2% (2020f)^[5]
GDP per capita	$1,515 (nominal, 2019 est.)^[4] $3,955 (PPP, 2019 est.)^[4]
GDP per capita rank	148th (nominal, 2019) 146th (PPP, 2019)
GDP by sector	agriculture: 16.7% industry: 26.5% services: 56.8% (2017 est.)^[6]
Inflation ( CPI)	2.2% (2020 est.)^[4]
Population below poverty line	37.5% (2014, World Bank)^[7] 44.7% on less than $3.20/day (2014)^[8]
Gini coefficient	46.6 high (2014, World Bank)^[9]
Human Development Index	0.563 medium (2018)^[10] (150th) 0.371 low IHDI (2018)^[11]
Labour force	11,354,044 (2019)^[12] 69.6% employment rate (2014)^[13]
Labour force by occupation	agriculture: 70% industry: 13% commerce: 17% (2001 est.)^[6]
Unemployment	4.3% (2014 est.)^[6]
Main industries	petroleum production and refining, aluminium production, food processing, light consumer goods, textiles, lumber, ship repair
External
Exports	$4.732 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Export goods	crude oil and petroleum products, lumber, cocoa beans, aluminium, coffee, cotton
Main export partners	Netherlands 15.6% France 12.6% China 11.7% Belgium 6.8% Italy 6.3% Algeria 4.8% Malaysia 4.4% (2017)^[6]
Imports	$4.812 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Import goods	machinery, electrical equipment, transport equipment, fuel, food
Main import partners	China 19% France 10.3% Thailand 7.9% Nigeria 4.1% (2017)^[6]
Current account	−$932 million (2017 est.)^[6]
Gross external debt	$9.375 billion (31 December 2017 est.)^[6]
Public finances
Government debt	36.9% of GDP (2017 est.)^[6]
Budget balance	−3.4% (of GDP) (2017 est.)^[6]
Revenues	5.363 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Expenses	6.556 billion (2017 est.)^[6]
Economic aid	The Paris Club agreed to reduce Cameroon's debt of $1.3 billion by $900 million, debt relief now totals $1.26 billion (2001^[update])
Credit rating	Standard & Poor's:^[14] B (Domestic) B (Foreign) BBB- (T&C Assessment)
Foreign reserves	$3.235 billion (31 December 2017 est.)^[6]
All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars.

Source : Wikipedia under CC-BY-SA license

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