Djibouti

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Djibouti, officially the Republic of Djibouti, is a small nation located in the Horn of Africa. The two official languages are Arabic and French, which are used for government administration, formal education, and nationwide communication. As of 2021, the majority of the population speaks either Afar or Somali as their first language, with Afar being spoken by approximately 35% of the population and Somali by around 60%. While Arabic and French are more commonly spoken in urban areas and among the educated population, many people in rural regions continue to use Afar or Somali for daily communication. English is also gaining popularity as a second language, particularly among the younger generation.

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Ethnic Groups:

Somali 60%, Afar 35%, other 5% (mostly Yemeni Arab, also French, Ethiopian, and Italian)