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Djibouti
🏙️ Capital city:
Djibouti City
📈 Country population:
1.1 million
🗺️ Country area:
23,200 km²
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| Official Name | Republic of Djibouti |
| Common Name | Djibouti |
| Political Status | Sovereign unitary presidential republic |
| ISO Codes | DJ, DJI, 262 |
| Internet TLD | .dj |
| Calling Code | +253 |
| Capital City | Djibouti City |
| Largest City | Djibouti City |
| Coordinates | 11.59° N, 43.15° E |
| Time Zone | UTC+3 (East Africa Time) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~1.1 million |
| Area | 23,200 km² |
| Population Density | ~47 per km² |
| Languages | French, Arabic (official); Somali, Afar widely spoken |
| Currency | Djiboutian Franc (DJF) |
| Driving Side | Right |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 4.1 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 3,700 |
| HDI | Low–Medium |
| Life Expectancy | ~67 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Africa — Horn of Africa |
| National Day | Independence Day (27 June) |
| National Anthem | Djibouti |
Geography & Environment
- Located in the Horn of Africa at the junction of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
- Borders Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia.
- Strategically positioned along major global shipping routes.
- Landscape includes deserts, volcanic formations, and salt lakes.
- Climate: arid to semi-arid with very high temperatures.
Demographics
- Population: ~1.1 million.
- Major ethnic groups: Somali (Issa), Afar.
- Highly urbanized; majority live in Djibouti City.
- Religion: Islam (Sunni majority).
History
- Historically a crossroads of trade between Africa and Arabia.
- Colonized by France in the late 19th century.
- Formerly known as French Somaliland.
- Gained independence in 1977.
- Maintains strong ties with France and international partners.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Presidential republic.
- Head of State & Government: President.
- Legislature: unicameral National Assembly.
- Administrative divisions: regions.
Economy
- Lower-middle-income, service-based economy.
- Economy centered on ports, logistics, and foreign military bases.
- Main revenue sources: port services, transport, leasing of bases.
- Strengths: strategic location, trade hub for Ethiopia.
- Weaknesses: limited natural resources, high unemployment.
Culture & Society
- Blend of Somali, Afar, Arab, and French influences.
- Strong oral poetry and musical traditions.
- Islam plays a central role in daily life.
Food & Cuisine
- Staple foods: rice, flatbread, fish.
- Traditional dishes: skoudehkaris, lahoh, fish stews.
- Cuisine influenced by Somali, Ethiopian, and Arab flavors.
Education & Institutions
- Education access improving but limited.
- Major institution: University of Djibouti.
Tourism
- Niche tourism destination.
- Attractions include Lake Assal, Gulf of Tadjoura, whale shark diving.
- Strong potential for adventure and eco-tourism.
Practical Information
- Emergency number: 17 (police).
- Plug type: C/E; Voltage: 220V.
- Infrastructure concentrated in Djibouti City.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: football, athletics.
- Known for long-distance runners.
- Notable figures: Hassan Gouled Aptidon.
Neighboring Countries of Djibouti
Djibouti is located in the Horn of Africa and borders three territories:
Eritrea to the north,
Ethiopia to the west and south, and
Somalia (Somaliland region) to the southeast.
To the east, it is bordered by the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
Famous For
- Strategic maritime location.
- Foreign military bases.
- Lake Assal (Africa’s lowest point).
- Whale shark encounters.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- National Institute of Statistics of Djibouti