Guinea is a West African nation located on the Atlantic coasta population of approximately 13-14 million people. Country has a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The Niger, Gambia, and Senegal rivers all originate in Guinea’s highlands, earning it the name “the water tower of West Africa.”
Economy and Resources Guinea possesses significant mineral wealth, particularly bauxite (aluminum ore), of which it holds some of the world’s largest reserves. The country also has deposits of iron ore, gold, and diamonds. Despite these resources, Guinea remains one of the world’s least developed countries, with much of the population engaged in subsistence agriculture growing rice, cassava, and various fruits.
French is the official language due to colonial history, though many local languages are spoken. Islam is the predominant religion, practiced by about 85% of the population.
