Central African Republic
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Building a smarter regulator: How the Central African Republic is improving telecom oversight
https://documents.worldbank.org/en/publication/documents-reports/documentdetail/099554204222536795

Better regulation may not be flashy, but it’s fundamental. In Central African Republic, a quiet shift is underway that could reshape the country’s digital future.

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Economic Update 2025
Optimizing CAR’s Multidimensional Wealth for Sustainable Prosperity
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2025/09/26/maximizing-national-wealth-for-sustainable-prosperity-in-the-central-african-republic
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Congo Basin Forests Hold Trillions in Untapped Value
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2025/10/20/congo-basin-forests-hold-trillions-in-untapped-value-new-report-calls-for-strategic-global-investment
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CAF

BY THE NUMBERS: CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC

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OVERVIEW:
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC
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THE LATEST FROM CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC

Discover the latest press releases, feature stories, blog posts, research, publications, and more.

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Projects

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Results

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PROJECTS & RESULTS

Learn about the projects that are shaping the future of the country and the significant results that demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development.

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RESEARCH
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More Research & Publications
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CAR Economic Update
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Bend the Emissions Curve
Multidimensional Wealth for Sustainable Prosperity
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2025/09/26/maximizing-national-wealth-for-sustainable-prosperity-in-the-central-african-republic
Read Full Report
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Africa’s Pulse: Pathways to Job Creation in Africa
https://www.worldbank.org/en/publication/africa-pulse
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2025 Africa Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA)
https://www.worldbank.org/en/data/datatopics/cpia
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Central African Republic Country Climate and Development Report
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/b5324c25-7633-4206-922e-8d1bffa33b93
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CONNECT WITH US

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Country Leadership

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Cheick Fantamady Kanté
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/c/cheick-fantamady-kante
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Division Director for Central African Republic
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Guido Rurangwa
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Country Manager for Central African Republic
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Country Office

Banque Mondiale,
Rue des Missions,
Bangui, Central African Republic
edembassakette@worldbankgroup.org

For project-related issues and complaints contact caralert@worldbank.org
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