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Gabon

🌍 Africa

Population (2024)

2,436,566

2.4 million

Source: UN World Population Prospects 2024

Key Facts About Gabon

  • About 88% of Gabon is covered by rainforest.
  • Gabon has one of the highest GDPs per capita in sub-Saharan Africa, driven by oil revenues.
  • Lopé National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site combining tropical forest and savanna.
  • Gabon is home to significant populations of forest elephants, gorillas, and chimpanzees.
  • Albert Schweitzer built his famous hospital in Lambaréné, Gabon.

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