GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS

Guinea

Guinea has a humid coast and uplands supplying several West African river systems, including Niger headwaters.

Fast Facts

  • The Fouta Djallon and Guinea Highlands give rise to the Niger, Senegal and Gambia rivers.
  • Guinea holds the world’s largest bauxite reserves.
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