Malaria is common, so visitors should take malaria pills and a mosquito net when travelling in Gabon.HIV/AIDS is, unfortunately, a common disease in Gabon with 8% 1 in 12 of adults infected.
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LanguagesĀ French official, Fang, Myene, Nzebi, Bapounou/Eschira, Bandjabi
Very few people speak English in Gabon, so some knowledge of French is an asset.
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The people are generally very friendly, respectful and helpful to visitors.