The Central African Republic (CAR) is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is bordered by Chad to the north, Sudan to the northeast, South Sudan to the east, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the south, the Republic of the Congo to the southwest, and Cameroon to the west. The CAR is known for its diverse wildlife and natural resources, including diamonds and gold.
The official languages of the CAR are French and Sango. French is primarily used in government, education, and business, while Sango is widely spoken by the population as a whole.
The primary currency used in the CAR is the Central African CFA Franc (XAF), which is also used by other countries in the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC). The exchange rate between the XAF and other currencies fluctuates depending on various factors such as the state of the economy and political events.
The CAR is in the West Africa Time Zone, which is 1 hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). Daylight Saving Time is not observed in the CAR.
There are no direct flights from the UK to the CAR. The flight time from London to Bangui, the capital city of the CAR, is around 10-11 hours, including a layover in a nearby African city such as Addis Ababa or Nairobi. The exact flight time may vary depending on factors such as the airline, departure airport, and layover time.
The main airport in the CAR is the Bangui M’Poko International Airport (BGF), which is located about 7 kilometers (4 miles) northwest of the city center of Bangui. The airport serves both domestic and international flights, with connections to major African cities such as Paris, Addis Ababa, and Nairobi. Its address is Avenue des Martyrs, Bangui, Central African Republic.