Flag of the Republic of Guinea

Flag of the Republic of Guinea

Facts

  • Population » 12.4 million
  • Languages » French, Susu, Fulani, Mandingo
  • Religions » Islam, Christianity, indigenous beliefs
  • Life expectancy » 53 years (men), 56 years (women)
  • Currency » Guinean franc
  • Formerly known as French Guinea
  • Sometimes referred to as Guinea-Conakry to distinguish it from other countries with “Guinea” in the name.

Geography

Map of Guinea (Source » Wikimedia)

Map of Guinea (Source » Wikimedia)

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Health

  • Possible another Ebola outbreak (March 2021)

Notes

  • One of the world’s poorest countries.
  • Sept 2021 – Military coup has taken over the government.

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This page was updated July 13, 2023