Guinea
Republic of Guinea
People: Guinean
Guinea is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 14.4 million. Its capital city is Conakry, and the most widely spoken official language is French.
Guinea — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Guinea |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Conakry |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 14,363,931 |
| Area | 245,857 km² |
| Currency | Guinean franc (GNF) Fr |
| Official Language | French |
| Dialling Code | +224 |
| Internet TLD | .gn |
| Timezone | UTC |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | GN / GIN |
| Borders | Ivory Coast, Liberia, Mali, Senegal, Sierra Leone |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Guinea
What is the capital of Guinea?
The capital of Guinea is Conakry.
What currency does Guinea use?
Guinea uses the Guinean franc (GNF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Guinea?
The official language of Guinea is French.
What is the dialling code for Guinea?
The international dialling code for Guinea is +224.
What side of the road does Guinea drive on?
Guinea drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Guinea
Ivory Coast
Liberia
Mali
Senegal
Sierra LeonePlanning a trip to Guinea?
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