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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Shumom-text.jpg|thumb|Shumom-text|right]] [[File:UPC-LEADERS.jpg|thumb|UPC-LEADERS|left]] [[File:Ahmadou Ahidjo.jpg|thumb|Ahmadou Ahidjo.jpg]] [[File:Paul Biya 2014.png|thumb|Paul Biya 2014|right]] [[File:YaoundeUnityPalace.png|thumb|YaoundeUnityPalace|right]] [[File:Statue d'un chef coutumier à Bana.jpg|thumb|Statue d'un chef coutumier à Bana.jpg]] '''Cameroon''' ({{IPAc-en|ˌ|k|æ|m|ə|ˈ|r|uː|n}}), officially the '''Republic of Cameroon''', is a country in [[Central Africa]]. It is bordered by [[Nigeria]] to the west and north; [[Chad]] to the northeast; the [[Central African Republic]] to the east; and [[Equatorial Guinea]], [[Gabon]], and the [[Republic of the Congo]] to the south. The country's coastline lies on the [[Bight of Bonny]], part of the [[Gulf of Guinea]] and the [[Atlantic Ocean]]. <br />
== History ==<br />
The territory of present-day Cameroon was first settled during the [[Neolithic]] era. The Sao civilization arose around [[Lake Chad]] around the 6th century AD, and gave way to the [[Kanem Empire]]. Portuguese explorers reached the coast in the 15th century and named the area ''Rio dos Camarões'' (Shrimp River), which became Cameroon in English. <br />
In the 19th century, [[Fulani]] soldiers founded the [[Adamawa Emirate]] in the north, and various ethnic groups of the west and northwest established powerful chiefdoms and fondoms. Cameroon became a German colony in 1884 known as [[Kamerun]]. After [[World War I]], the territory was divided between [[France]] and the [[United Kingdom]] as [[League of Nations mandates]]. Following [[World War II]], the mandates were converted into [[United Nations Trust Territories]]. The French-administered part of Cameroon gained independence in 1960 as the [[Republic of Cameroon]]. The southern part of British Cameroons federated with it in 1961 to form the [[Federal Republic of Cameroon]]. The federation was abandoned in 1972.<br />
== Geography ==<br />
Cameroon is often referred to as "Africa in miniature" for its geological and cultural diversity. It features beaches, deserts, mountains, rainforests, and savannas. The highest point is [[Mount Cameroon]] in the Southwest Region, and the largest cities are [[Douala]], [[Yaoundé]], and [[Garoua]]. <br />
== Politics ==<br />
Cameroon is a [[unitary state]] with a [[presidential system]]. The President of Cameroon is [[Paul Biya]], who has been in power since 1982. The country has faced internal conflict, particularly in the [[Anglophone Crisis]] in the Northwest and Southwest regions.<br />
== Economy ==<br />
Cameroon's economy is based on agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and services. Major export markets include [[France]], [[Italy]], [[South Korea]], [[Spain]], and the [[United Kingdom]]. The country is part of the [[Central African Economic and Monetary Community]] (CEMAC) and the [[Organisation for the Harmonisation of Business Law in Africa]] (OHADA).<br />
== Demographics ==<br />
Cameroon is home to over 250 ethnic groups and languages. The official languages are [[French language|French]] and [[English language|English]]. The largest religious groups are [[Christianity]] and [[Islam]], with a significant portion of the population practicing [[indigenous religions]].<br />
== Culture ==<br />
Cameroon is known for its rich cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and festivals. The country has a diverse culinary scene, with dishes such as [[Ndolé]], [[Achu]], and [[Eru]]. <br />
== Education and Health ==<br />
Education in Cameroon is divided into primary, secondary, and higher education. The country has several universities, including the [[University of Yaoundé]] and the [[University of Douala]]. The healthcare system faces challenges, including limited access to medical facilities and a high prevalence of diseases such as [[malaria]] and [[HIV/AIDS]].<br />
== Sports ==<br />
Football is the most popular sport in Cameroon. The national team, known as the [[Indomitable Lions]], has won the [[Africa Cup of Nations]] multiple times and has participated in several [[FIFA World Cup]] tournaments. Other popular sports include basketball, boxing, and athletics.<br />
== See also ==<br />
* [[List of Presidents of Cameroon]]<br />
* [[Geography of Cameroon]]<br />
* [[Economy of Cameroon]]<br />
* [[Culture of Cameroon]]<br />
* [[Education in Cameroon]]<br />
* [[Healthcare in Cameroon]]<br />
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