Guinea

Languages:

Guinea, a West African nation, has French as its official language, used in administration, education, and formal communication. The country is linguistically diverse, with over 24 indigenous languages spoken by various ethnic groups. Some of the most prominent native languages include Susu, Pular (Fulani), and Maninka. The linguistic landscape of Guinea is further enriched by the presence of other minority languages, such as Kpelle, Kissi, and Toma. Guinea promotes linguistic diversity and the use of national languages in various aspects of daily life.

Religion:

Religion in Guinea is predominantly Muslim, with approximately 85% of the population adhering to Islam, mainly of the Sunni tradition. The constitution guarantees freedom of religion, and the state is secular, ensuring the separation of religion from government affairs. Christianity constitutes a smaller portion of the religious landscape, with about 8% of the population identifying as Christian, mainly Roman Catholic, but also including various Protestant denominations. Traditional African religions and other faiths are practiced by the remaining 7% of the population, often in conjunction with Islam or Christianity.

Ethnic Groups:

Fulani (Peuhl) 33.4%, Malinke 29.4%, Susu 21.2%, Guerze 7.8%, Kissi 6.2%, Toma 1.6%, other/foreign .4% (2018 est.)