GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS

Central African Republic

The Central African Republic lies north of the Congo Basin. Bangui stands on the Ubangi, whose waters join the Congo.

Fast Facts

  • The country sits on a plateau dividing the Congo Basin to the south from the Lake Chad basin to the north.
  • Diamonds and timber are important exports.
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