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Central African Republic for kids

The Central African Republic is a country where people speak Sango and French. Its capital city is Bangui. To greet a friend, kids there say “Balaô”.

🏳️ Flag
Flag of the Central African Republic The flag of the Central African Republic
🏛️ Capital city
Bangui
🗣️ Languages
Sango and French
👋 How to say hello
Balaô / Bonjour
🍽️ A favorite food
Cassava with peanut sauce
🎉 A big celebration
Republic Day, December 1
🐾 An animal to spot
Forest elephant
📍 A famous landmark
Dzanga Sangha Reserve

Fun fact about the Central African Republic

Forest elephants gather in a big sandy clearing called Dzanga Bai to drink and play.

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  • Can you say Balaô the way people in the Central African Republic do?
  • Would you like to try cassava with peanut sauce? What food would you share from your home?
  • Find the Central African Republic on a map or a globe. Is it near the ocean?

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