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Equatorial Guinea flag Equatorial Guinea

Africa's Oil Coast

Overview

Central Africa's wealthiest nation per capita thanks to offshore oil, a tiny Spanish-speaking country on the Gulf of Guinea with lush tropical forests.

Geographic Context

Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Land Area
28,051 km²
Capital
Malabo
Languages
French, Portuguese, Spanish
Currencies
Central African CFA franc (Fr)

At a Glance

9
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
17
Freedom
10
Security
0
Life Expectancy
61.6 yrs
Median Age
21 yrs
Urbanization
75%
Cost Index
38
Housing Index
30
Healthcare Access
19/100

Climate

Average Temperature
24.3°C
Average AQI
57

Most Temperate Cities

1 Malabo 27.1°C
2 Mbini 26.4°C
3 Bitica 26.4°C
4 San Antonio de Palé 25.9°C
5 Santiago de Baney 25.6°C

Best Air Quality Cities

1 Aconibe 57 AQI
2 Añisoc 57 AQI
3 Cogo 57 AQI
4 Mikomeseng 57 AQI
5 Santiago de Baney 57 AQI

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025

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