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Geography:
- Guinea: Located in West Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Often called Guinea-Conakry to distinguish it from others.
- Guinea-Bissau: Also in West Africa, nestled within Guinea’s borders and bordering the Atlantic.
- Equatorial Guinea: Situated in Central Africa, on the west coast and straddling the Equator.
History:
- Guinea: Gained independence from France in 1958. Faced political turmoil and economic struggles, with a period of socialist rule. Today, it’s a republic with a mix of agriculture and mining in its economy.
- Guinea-Bissau: Gained independence from Portugal in 1974 after a long war. Endured political instability and coups. Currently, a developing nation with agriculture as the main economic driver.
- Equatorial Guinea: Gained independence from Spain in 1968. Ruled by a single family since then, raising concerns about human rights and democracy. Oil wealth has boosted the economy, but poverty and inequality remain.
Languages:
- Guinea: French (official), Pular, Malinke, Susu
- Guinea-Bissau: Portuguese (official), Crioulo, Balanta, Maninka
- Equatorial Guinea: Spanish, French, Portuguese (all official), Fang
Quick Summary:
- Guinea: West Africa, turbulent past, resource-rich economy.
- Guinea-Bissau: West Africa, post-conflict nation, focus on agriculture.
- Equatorial Guinea: Central Africa, oil wealth amid human rights concerns.
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