Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea is a country located on the west coast of Central Africa. It consists of a mainland region, Río Muni, and several islands, including Bioko, where the capital Malabo is situated, and Annobón. Covering a total area of approximately 28,050 square kilometers, it has a population estimated at around 1.8 million people as of 2024. The official languages are Spanish, French, and Portuguese, with Fang and Bubi also widely spoken. Equatorial Guinea operates as a unitary dominant-party presidential republic. The discovery of significant oil reserves in the 1990s transformed its economy, making it one of sub-Saharan Africa's largest oil producers. However, wealth distribution remains highly unequal, and the country faces challenges such as human rights concerns and political repression. Equatorial Guinea is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).