Central African Republic Subsistence agriculture, together with forestry and mining, remains the backbone of the economy of the Central African Republic, with about 60% of the population living in outlying areas. The agricultural sector generates more than half of GDP. Timber and diamonds account for most export earnings, followed by cotton. Name Central African Republic Capital Bangui Frequency of elections Every five years Name of parliament National Assembly of the Central African Republic Languages French, Sangho, ethnic languages Area 622 984 km2 Population 5 277 959 (July 2014 est) Imports Food, textiles, petroleum products, machinery, electrical equipment, motor vehicles, chemicals, pharmaceuticals Exports Diamonds, timber, cotton, coffee Currency Coopération Financière en Afrique Centrale franc Source: CIA World Factbook Image: Greatstock/Corbis