Central African Republic country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (ID)
📍 Central African Republic
Theme Independence Day 2027
Central African Republic is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Bangui, the national observance is Independence Day on 13 August, and the national colours are blue and gold. The Central African Republic became independent from France on 13 August 1960.
Capital and region (ID)
Bangui is the capital. Central African Republic sits in the African time region, on the Africa/Bangui clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Friday, 13 August 2027. The Central African Republic became independent from France on 13 August 1960. Locally it is called Fête de l'Indépendance. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are blue and gold. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Central African Republic?
The capital is Bangui.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Friday, 13 August 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are blue and gold.
What does the national day mark?
The Central African Republic became independent from France on 13 August 1960.
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