UNIX Timestamp to Central Africa

Convert UNIX timestamps, epoch times, and ISO dates to Central Africa (CAT). Current offset: UTC+2 (CAT). Central Africa Time does not observe daylight saving time. CAT is UTC+2 year-round.

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About Central Africa

IANA Name
Africa/Maputo
Abbreviation
CAT
UTC Offset
UTC+2 (no DST)
Region
Africa
Major Cities
Maputo, Harare, Lusaka, Lilongwe, Kigali, Gaborone
Daylight Saving
No

Frequently asked questions

Which countries use Central Africa Time?

Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Botswana, Rwanda, Burundi, and eastern DRC all use CAT (UTC+2). It covers much of Central and Southern Africa.

Is CAT the same as South Africa Standard Time?

Yes. CAT and SAST are both UTC+2 year-round. Maputo and Johannesburg share the same local time.

What is the time difference between CAT and GMT?

CAT is 2 hours ahead of GMT. Noon in Maputo is 10:00 AM in Accra or London (winter).

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