Equatorial Guinea Bandiera della Equatorial Guinea

Cartina geografica della Equatorial Guinea

 General informations

Country Name

Republic of Equatorial Guinea

Continent

Africa

Surface area

28,051 km2

Capital

Malabo

Population

750.000 (approx.)

Language

Spanish, French, local languages

Currency

Franc (CFA)

Time zone

The same as Italy

Area code for Italy

0039

Area code from Italy

00240

 Prevention

Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination is not required.

Cholera

Cholera is spread by the consumption of contaminated food and water. Vaccination is recommended, especially if you intend to travel to rural areas where the disease is widespread and there is limited access to clean water.

Hepatitis A and B

Hepatitis A is generally transmitted through contaminated food and water, or through close physical contact with an infected person, while hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infected body fluids and blood.

Rabies

Infection typically occurs through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually through bites, scratches or licks near open wounds or membranes (mouth, nose, eyes). The most common vectors are dogs and bats, but cases of infection in other domestic animals have also been reported.

Tetanus

Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, there is an endemic risk of contracting tetanus throughout the country.

Typhus

Bacterial in origin, typhoid fever is transmitted through contaminated food and drink, especially in regions with inadequate sanitary conditions.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a bacterial airborne disease. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers at risk of developing severe symptoms or of coming into contact with infected individuals. It is likewise recommended for all travellers under the age of 16 who plan to reside in the country for more than 3 months.

Malaria

Malaria, transmitted by mosquito bites, is widespread throughout the country. As a vaccine is not yet available, you are advised to take both behavioural, and following medical consultation, pharmacological preventive measures.

Chikungunya, Dengue,  Zika

These diseases are spread by mosquito bites and there is no vaccine. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures by implementing behavioural prophylaxes.

Insect sting diseases

Chikungunya and West Nile virus are to be found in certain areas of the Caribbean. Transmitted by insect bites and with no vaccine, it is important to take preventive measures with behavioural prophylaxes.

The following vaccinations are strongly recommended as these diseases can be contracted anywhere in the world. Experts advise that you protect yourself and other travellers by making sure you are up-to-date with all of the recommended vaccinations. This will allow you to travel safely, while minimising the risk of exposure to infection.

 Territory and climate

This West African state borders Cameroon to the north, Gabon to the east and south, and overlooks to the west the Gulf of Guinea. The country also comprises an island region, formed by the islands of Bioko (where the capital is located) and Annobón (located approx. 500 kilometres from the mainland).

In the continental region, the territory is made up of highland areas, interspersed with river valleys. The highest altitudes can be found inland, with the Fijellvinge Mountains (1,525 metres), which descends toward the low sandy coastline to the west. The islands are volcanic.

The climate is generally equatorial, hot and humid, with average temperatures of 25 °C in the islands and 30 °C on the mainland. Rainfall is abundant in all seasons.

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