Here is a list of all the administrative divisions (prefectures) of the Central African Republic:
Prefectures in the Central African Republic
- Bamingui-Bangoran
- Bangui (Capital District)
- Basse-Kotto
- Haute-Kotto
- Haut-Mbomou
- Kémo
- Lobaye
- Mambéré-Kadéï
- Mbomou
- Nana-Grébizi
- Nana-Mambéré
- Ombella-M’Poko
- Ouaka
- Ouham
- Ouham-Pendé
- Sangha-Mbaéré
- Vakaga
Quick Facts
| Category | Quick Facts |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Africa |
| Capital | Bangui |
| Official Languages | French and Sango |
| Population | Approximately 4.7 million as of 2021 estimate |
| Area | Approximately 622,984 square kilometers (240,535 square miles) |
| Geography | Landlocked with a diverse landscape of forests, savannas, and rivers |
| Independence | From France on August 13, 1960 |
| Government | Unitary semi-presidential republic |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| Notable Places | Manovo-Gounda St. Floris National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Dzanga-Sangha Reserve |
| Official Website | http://www.presidence-rca.net/ |
How many states are there in Central African Republic?
- There are 20 states (or prefectures) in the Central African Republic
What are the 7 countries in Central Africa?
The 7 countries in Central Africa are:
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Congo (Republic of the Congo)
- Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
What is the old name for Central African Republic?
- The old name for the Central African Republic was Ubangi-Shari. It was named after the two major rivers that flow through the country, the Ubangi River and the Chari River.
Is Central African Republic a country or state?
- The Central African Republic (CAR) is a country in Central Africa. The CAR gained independence from France in 1960 and is recognized as a sovereign nation. It is not a state within another country, but an independent country itself.
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