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Guinea
🏙️ Capital city:
Conakry
📈 Country population:
14 million
🗺️ Country area:
245,857 km²
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| Official Name | Republic of Guinea |
| Common Name | Guinea |
| Political Status | Sovereign republic (transitional / military-led government) |
| ISO Codes | GN, GIN, 324 |
| Internet TLD | .gn |
| Calling Code | +224 |
| Capital City | Conakry |
| Largest City | Conakry |
| Coordinates | 10.94° N, 13.58° W |
| Time Zone | UTC+0 (Greenwich Mean Time) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~14 million |
| Area | 245,857 km² |
| Population Density | ~57 per km² |
| Languages | French (official); Fulani, Malinké, Susu and others |
| Currency | Guinean Franc (GNF) |
| Driving Side | Right |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 22 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 1,600 |
| HDI | Low |
| Life Expectancy | ~61 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Africa — West Africa |
| National Day | Independence Day (2 October) |
| National Anthem | Liberté |
Geography & Environment
- Located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa.
- Borders Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.
- Features coastal plains, highlands, savannas, and forests.
- Source of major West African rivers including the Niger, Senegal, and Gambia.
- Climate: tropical with wet and dry seasons.
Demographics
- Population: ~14 million.
- Major ethnic groups: Fulani (Peul), Malinké, Susu.
- Major cities: Conakry, Nzérékoré, Kankan, Kindia.
- Religion: Islam (majority), Christianity, traditional beliefs.
History
- Part of historic West African empires.
- Colonized by France in the late 19th century.
- Gained independence in 1958.
- First French colony in Africa to vote for immediate independence.
- Recent history marked by political instability and military rule.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Republic under transitional authority.
- Head of State: Transitional leadership.
- Legislative bodies: transitional councils.
- Administrative divisions: regions and prefectures.
Economy
- Low-income developing economy.
- Holds the world’s largest bauxite reserves.
- Main exports: bauxite, gold, diamonds.
- Key sectors: mining, agriculture, services.
- Weaknesses: infrastructure gaps, governance challenges.
Culture & Society
- Rich musical and oral traditions.
- Home of internationally influential griot culture.
- Strong family and community structures.
Food & Cuisine
- Staple foods: rice, cassava, millet.
- Traditional dishes: riz gras, fouti, peanut stews.
- Cuisine features rice-based and spicy sauces.
Education & Institutions
- Education access improving but uneven.
- Major institution: Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry.
Tourism
- Tourism sector remains underdeveloped.
- Natural attractions include Fouta Djallon highlands.
- Strong potential for eco-tourism.
Practical Information
- Emergency services availability limited.
- Plug type: C/E; Voltage: 220V.
- Infrastructure concentrated in Conakry.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: football.
- Strong musical heritage.
- Notable figures: Ahmed Sékou Touré, Mory Kanté.
Neighboring Countries of Guinea
Guinea is located in West Africa and borders six countries: Côte d’Ivoire to the southeast, Guinea-Bissau to the northwest, Liberia to the south, Mali to the northeast, Senegal to the northwest, and Sierra Leone to the southwest. To the south, it is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.
Famous For
- Bauxite reserves.
- Fouta Djallon highlands.
- Griot music tradition.
- Source of major West African rivers.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- National Institute of Statistics (Guinea)