Guinea-Bissau Country Overview

 

Republic of Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau Country Overview. The official name is the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. It is also commonly referred to as Guinea-Bissau.

African map highlighting Guinea-Bissau location.

1. Where is Guinea-Bissau located?
   

   Guinea-Bissau is located on the north western coastline of Africa. Guinea-Bissau borders the following countries; Senegal to the north and Guinea to the south and east.

2. What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?

   The Capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau.

3. How large is the country of Guinea-Bissau?

   Guinea-Bissau has 36,125 square kilometers of land.

4. Is Guinea-Bissau a member of the African Union?
   

   Guinea-Bissau is a a member of the African Union. It has been a member since November 19th, 1973.

1. What is the population of Guinea-Bissau?
   

   The population of Guinea-Bissau is slightly over 1.9 million as of 2020 (approx). The most populated city in Guinea-Bissau is Bissau with a population of 620,974 approx. (2020).

2. What are the Ethnic groups in Guinea-Bissau?

   As of 2018, the estimated breakdown of the most populous ethnic groups in Guinea-Bissau are; Fulani (28%), Balanta (22%), Mandinga (15%), Papel (9%), Manjaco (8%), Beafada (3%), Mancanha (3%), Bijago (2%), Felupe (2%), Mansoanca (1.4%), Balanta Mane (1%), other (1.8%), and other (2.2%).

3. How many languages are spoken in Guinea-Bissau?

   The most popular languages spoken in Guinea-Bissau are; Guinea-Bissau Creole, Balanta, Hassaniya Arabic, Jola-Fonyi, Mandinka, Mandjak, Mankanya, Pulaar, Serer,  Soninke, Noon, English, and Arabic.

4. What religions are in Guinea-Bissau?
   

   Guinea-Bissau religious groups consist of; Islam (45%), Christian (22%), and traditional African religions (15%), and other religions (17%).

1. Guinea-Bissau Political System Overview.

   Guinea-Bissau has a Unitary semi-presidential republic form of government. The country has 9 administrative regions.

2. What is the currency used in Guinea-Bissau?

   The West African CFA franc (XOF) is the official currency for Guinea-Bissau.

3. What makes up the economy in Guinea-Bissau?

   Guinea-Bissau’s main resources and industries consist of agriculture, cashew nut, fishing, phosphates, bauxite, and mineral sands.

All numerical data are estimates. Information may vary after the date of this article.