a republic in E Africa, on the Gulf of Aden: a French overseas territory (1946–77); became independent in 1977; mainly desert. Official languages: Arabic and French; Somali and Afar are also spoken. Religion: Muslim majority. Currency: Djibouti franc. Capital: Djibouti. Pop: 956 985 (2017 est). Area: 23 200 sq km (8950 sq miles)
Former name (until 1977): (Territory of the) Afars and the Issas
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the capital of Djibouti, a port on the Gulf of Aden: an outlet for Ethiopian goods. Pop: 528 627 (2015 est)