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Cameroon General Information

Language:French, English, many local African languages
Electricity:110V/220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:237
Driving:Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit required
Currency:CFA Franc (XAF 1 = 100 Centimes)
Business/Social Hints:Business is conducted in English and French. Visitors should be perceptive to local conventions and care should be taken to respect Islamic and other local religious practices. On social occasions dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated
Public Holidays:2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 11 Feb Youth Day, 26 Feb Eid Milad Nabi (Prophet`s Anniversary), 2 Apr - 5 Apr Easter, 1 May Labour Day, 13 May Ascension, 20 May National Day, 21 May Sheep Festival, 9 Jul Ascension of the Prophet, 15 Aug Assumption, 1 Oct Unification Day, 11 Sep Djoulde Soumae (End of Ramadan), 17 Nov Eid Al Adha (Festival of Sacrifice), 7 Dec Hijra (Islamic New Year), 25 Dec Christmas.

Note: Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar
Emergency Services:Police: 17. Fire: 18. Ambulance: 223-40-20
Clothing:Light cotton clothes, to help cope with the humidity. Rainwear at all times