Equatorial Guinea By Christina Garza Equatorial Guinea Location

Equatorial Guinea By: Christina Garza

Equatorial Guinea Location: Central Africa, boarders Cameroon and Gabon Capitol: Malabo Largest City: Bata Area: 28, 000 sq. kilometers Government: Presidential Republic President: Teodoro Oblang Prime Minister: Ignacio Milam Independence: October 12, !968 from Spain Motto: Unity, Peace, Justice Anthem: Caminemos Pisando la Senda

Country Flag The blue triangle represents the sea The green represents the country’s farmland The red symbolizes the country’s independence A silk cotton tree is centered on a silver shield The six gold stars above the shield reflect the six parts of the country

Equatorial Guinea’s Independence Equatorial Guine a was formerly r uled by Spain. In 1968, Francisco Macias Nguema was elected Equatorial Guine a’s first presiden t, and independence w as recognized in October 1968. They celebrate t heir independen ce by having a festival.

History of Equatorial Guinea The mainland was originally inhabited by Pygmies. The Fang and Bubi migrated there in the 17 th century and to the main island of Fernando Po, which is now called Bioko in the 19 th century

Geography Equatorial Guinea, which was once called Spanish Guinea, consists of Rio Muni, on the western coast of Africa, and several islands in the Gulf of Guinea. The largest island is called Bioko. the total area is twice the size of Connecticut it boarders Cameroon and Galoon. .

Environmental Feature Tropical Forest Equatorial Guinea has about 140 species of trees, mainly palms and hardwoods. Monkeys, chimpanzees, giant frogs, elephants, and gray doves dwell in the forests and many other

Major Holidays Equatorial Guinea recognizes the major Christian holidays. October 12 th is Independence day. On August 3 rd Equatorial Guineans celebrate the overthrow of President Francisco Macias Nguema.

Famous Man Francisco Macias Nguema Francisco Nguema was Equatorial Guinea’s 1 st president. He was president in 1968 until he was overthrown and was executed in 1979. during his presidency he caused more than a third of the Guinean population into exile.

Famous Woman Amanda Mann Wife of British mercenary Simon Mann was accused of plotting to overthrow the president of Equatorial Guinea has asked the west African country to let him go.

Equatorial Guinea’s Economy Equatorial Guinea has experienced rapid economic growth due to the discovery of large offshore oil reserves, and in the last decade has become Sub-Saharan Africa’s third largest oil exporter.

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