Central African Republic: List of the Largest Cities by Population

A majestic cityscape of Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, bathed in warm, golden sunlight. In the foreground, bustling street markets filled with vibrant fabrics, local artisanal wares, and the energetic chatter of vendors. Towering palm trees sway gently, casting soft shadows across the lively scene. The middle ground reveals the iconic domes and spires of grand colonial-era buildings, interspersed with modern high-rises. Further in the distance, the mighty Oubangui River winds through the city, its glimmering waters reflecting the clear blue sky. An atmosphere of cultural richness and timeless charm pervades this heart of Central Africa.
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1. Bangui – 889,000
Capital and largest city; political, economic, and cultural hub.


2. Bimbo – 268,000
Large suburb and industrial center near Bangui.


3. Mbaïki – 88,000
Market town in the Lobaye Region.


4. Berbérati – 76,000
Major town in the southwest.


5. Kaga-Bandoro – 56,000
Administrative center in the Nana-Grébizi Region.


6. Bozoum – 40,000
Market town in the Ouham-Pendé Region.


7. Carnot – 38,000
Mining town in the southwest.


8. Bambari – 35,000
Market and transport hub in the Ouaka Region.


9. Bria – 31,000
Mining town in the Haute-Kotto Region.


10. Bouar – 28,000
Market town in the Nana-Mambéré Region.


11. Nola – 26,000
Town in the Sangha-Mbaéré Region.


12. Bossangoa – 24,000
Town in the Ouham Region.


13. Sibut – 22,000
Market town in the Kémo Region.


14. Paoua – 20,000
Town in the Ouham-Pendé Region.


15. Damara – 19,000
Town in the Ombella-M’Poko Region.


16. Ippy – 18,000
Market town in the Ouaka Region.


17. Birao – 17,000
Town in the Vakaga Region.


18. Batangafo – 16,000
Market town in the Ouham Region.


19. Mobaye – 15,000
Town on the Ubangi River in the Basse-Kotto Region.


20. Alindao – 14,000
Town in the Basse-Kotto Region.


21. Yaloke – 13,000
Town in the Ombella-M’Poko Region.


22. Ouadda – 12,000
Town in the Haute-Kotto Region.


23. Kouango – 11,000
Town in the Basse-Kotto Region.


24. Kabo – 10,000
Town in the Ouham Region.


25. Dékoa – 9,000
Town in the Kémo Region.


26. Mingala – 8,000
Town in the Basse-Kotto Region.


27. Bakouma – 7,000
Mining town in the Mbomou Region.


28. Rafaï – 6,000
Town in the Mbomou Region.


29. Ouango – 5,000
Town on the Ubangi River in the Basse-Kotto Region.

The above is subject to change.

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