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Guinea-Bissau

Republic of Guinea-Bissau

Region

Africa • Western Africa

Capital

Bissau

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The flag of Guinea-Bissau features a red vertical band on its hoist side that takes up about two-fifth the width of the field, and two equal horizontal bands of yellow and green adjoining the vertical band. A five-pointed black star is centered in the vertical band.

The flag of Guinea-Bissau features a red vertical band on its hoist side that takes up about two-fifth the width of the field, and two equal horizontal bands of yellow and green adjoining the vertical band. A five-pointed black star is centered in the vertical band.

Population
1,967,998
Area
36,125 km²
Time Zone
UTC
Top-Level Domain
.gw

About Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Western Africa region. Its capital city is Bissau. With a population of 1,967,998, it ranks among the less populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 36,125 km², making it a relatively small country in terms of land area. With a population density of 54.48 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official languages of Guinea-Bissau include Portuguese and Upper Guinea Creole.

The currency used in Guinea-Bissau is the West African CFA franc (Fr), .

In Guinea-Bissau, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC time zone.

Guinea-Bissau shares its borders with 2 countries: Guinea and Senegal.

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Coat of Arms of Guinea-Bissau

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Bissau
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Guiné-Bissau
  • Demonym: Guinea-Bissauan
  • Top Level Domain: .gw
  • Calling Code: +245
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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