Capital: Bissau

Population: 1,799,842 (estimated in 2015)

Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)

Official Language: Portuguese

Unofficial Languages: Crioulo, French, English

Main Religions: Islam, Christianity

Ethnic Groups: Fulani, Mandinga, Balanta, Manjaco, Papel, Beafada, Mancanha, Bijago, Felupe, Mansoanca, Balanta Mane, and others

Largest Cities: Bissau

Main Sport: Athletics, Football

Political System: Republic