Guinea

Guinea is a country in West Africa. The country's geography is diverse, with forests, mountains, and savannas. The country's coastline is on the Atlantic Ocean. The country has a population of 10.5 million people. The official languages are French and Susu. The capital and largest city is Conakry. Guinea is a republic. The president is Alpha Condé. Guinea is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, and the Economic Community of West African States. The economy of Guinea is mostly based on agriculture. The country is a major producer of bauxite, and has large reserves of gold and diamonds. Guinea has a tropical climate. The rainy season lasts from April to November. Guinea was formerly a colony of France. The country gained independence in 1958.