Equatorial Guinea is a small country located in Central Africa, bordered by Cameroon to the north and Gabon to the south and east. It is one of the smallest countries in Africa, with a population of approximately 1.4 million people. The official languages are Spanish, French, and Portuguese, and the currency is the Central African CFA franc. The country is rich in oil and gas reserves, which account for the majority of its economy. Despite its wealth, Equatorial Guinea has a poor human rights record and is often criticized for its lack of political freedom and corruption.