Gained independence from France in 1960. Very little English is spoken. 220 volts AC, 50Hz single phase. Plugs are square or round 2-pin. There are no area codes.
Postal facilities are limited to main towns.
Post Restante facilities are available and are very reliable. Airmail to Western Europe takes up to two weeks. From time to time these change. UK Europe WorldWide, excl. North America WorldWide, incl.