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Gabon
Rainforest Coast, Oil Rich Nation
Overview
A Central African nation covered in dense equatorial rainforest, with significant oil wealth, lowland gorilla populations, and one of the region's most stable governments.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Land Area
267,668 km²
Capital
Libreville
Languages
French
Currencies
Central African CFA franc (Fr)
At a Glance
31
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
17
Freedom
57
Security
19
Life Expectancy
65.1 yrs
Median Age
21.5 yrs
Urbanization
91%
Cost Index
38
Housing Index
26
Healthcare Access
19/100
Climate
Average Temperature
24.8°C
Average AQI
62
Most Temperate Cities
1 Cocobeach 26.3°C
2 Libreville 26.1°C
3 Port-Gentil 26.1°C
4 Lambaréné 25.6°C
5 Omboué 25.3°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Zadie 62 AQI
2 Port-Gentil 62 AQI
3 Franceville 62 AQI
4 Oyem 62 AQI
5 Moanda 62 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 38
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 26
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 30.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 9/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 27/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 55 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 18
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.15% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 41 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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