• Guinea is a coastal country in West Africa.
• It borders several countries and the Atlantic Ocean.
• Population over 17.5 million; area 245,857 sq km.

• Gained independence from France in 1958.
• Experienced military coups; first democratic election in 2010.
• Ethnic conflicts, corruption, and human rights issues persist.
• Military overthrew President Alpha Condé in 2021.

• Member of multiple international organizations, including the UN.
• Majority Muslim population (90%); over 24 indigenous languages.
• French is the official language for administration and education.

• Economy mainly based on agriculture and minerals.
• Second-largest bauxite producer; also has diamonds and gold.
• High poverty rates: 66.2% multidimensional poverty; 16.4% vulnerable.

List of newspapers published in Guinea.