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∙ 11y agoIn 1472, the Portuguese explorers encountered the mouth of the Como River and named it "Rio de Gabao," river of Gabon, which later became the name of the country
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What country borders Gabon and Zaire?
The Republic of the Congo borders Gabon and what was once Zaire, now called the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In its current form, using the name of Zaire can be confusing because of the name change.
What is is the capital of Gabon?
Libreville is the capital and largest city of Gabon, a country on the west coast of Africa.
What mineral resources are found in Gabon?
Gabon is known for its mineral industry. Some of the mineral resources found in Gabon are manganese, gold, and iron ore. Manganese is the most prevalent of all these minerals in Gabon.
Who is the Minister of Defense for Gabon?
Pacome Rufin Ondzounga is the Minister of Defense for Gabon.
What is the most poupler sport in Gabon?
Soccer or football is the most popular sport in Gabon.
What is the real name of Gabon?
gabon is in Africa
What is Gabon capital name?
Libreville is the capital and largest city of Gabon.
Another name for gabon?
Republic Gabonese
What is the complete name of the country Gabon?
The Gabonese Republic
Scientific name of gabon?
Colocasia esculenta
What continent is gabon located on?
Gabon is in Africa.
What is the French word for Gabon?
Gabon in French is Gabon. It can also be called République Gabonaise.
What country borders Gabon and Zaire?
The Republic of the Congo borders Gabon and what was once Zaire, now called the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In its current form, using the name of Zaire can be confusing because of the name change.
What is a gabon?
Gabon is a country in West Africa.
Does Gabon have gorillas there?
no Gabon does not have gorillas there sorry
What is Gabon's population?
The population of Gabon is 1.
How do you call Gabon in french?
Le Gabon (masc.).
