Guinea

About Guinea

Capital

Conakry

Continent

Independence Date

2 October 1958

Official Language	French
Second Language	Fula, Susu, Maninka
Population	~15 million
Passport Color	Green
Passport Rank	#88
Dialing Code	224
Country TLD	.gn

Guinea Overview

Guinea, officially the Republic of Guinea (French: République de Guinée), is a country located on the west coast of Africa. It is bordered by Guinea-Bissau and Senegal to the north, Mali to the northeast, Côte d’Ivoire to the southeast, and Liberia and Sierra Leone to the south. The Atlantic Ocean lies to the west. The capital and largest city is Conakry.

Guinea is rich in natural resources, including vast deposits of bauxite, iron ore, gold, and diamonds. The country’s economy relies heavily on mining and agriculture, with exports of bauxite making it one of the world’s leading producers. It is also known for its scenic highlands, rivers, and waterfalls, such as the Kinkon and Kambadaga Falls.

The official language is French, and the national currency is the Guinean Franc (GNF). Guinea’s culture reflects a blend of ethnic traditions, vibrant music, and cuisine, making it an important part of West Africa’s cultural identity.

Quick Facts About Guinea

Coordinates	9.9456° N, 9.6966° W
Bordering Countries	Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Atlantic Ocean
Region / Continent	Africa (West Africa)
Total Area	~245,857 sq km
Population Density	~60 people per sq km
Highest Point	Mount Nimba – 1,752 m
Major Rivers	Niger, Gambia, Senegal, Konkouré
Climate Type	Tropical; wet and dry seasons
Famous For	Bauxite mining, mountains, waterfalls, music
Major Landmarks	Mount Nimba, Kinkon Falls, Conakry Grand Mosque, Loos Islands
Official Language	French
Currency	Guinean Franc (GNF)
Government Type	Presidential Republic
Time Zone	UTC+0 (GMT)
Major Exports	Bauxite, gold, aluminum, diamonds, coffee
Visitor Entry	Visa required for most nationalities