Formal Name: Republic of Equatorial Guinea
Local Name: República de Guinea Ecuatorial
Government: Presidential Republic
Structure: 2 regions, 7 provinces; provinces are further divided into districts
Formation: October 12, 1968 (independence from Spain)
Motto: Unidad, Paz, Justicia (Unity, Peace, Justice)
Flag: Flag of Equatorial Guinea
Anthem: Caminemos pisando la senda (Let Us Tread the Path of our Immense Happiness)
Languages: Spanish, French, Fang, Bube, Annobonese
Population: 1 million
Area: 28,050 km2 (144th)
Currency: Central African CFA franc (XAF)
Capital: Malabo
Main Cities: Bata
Codes: .gq (internet), +240 (phone)