Bofa River
©2001-2002: Willem Tijssen
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Dance
©2001-2002: Tourist Office
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After decades of isolation, Guinea is now beginning to open up to the outside world and is relying on its mineral
reserves (bauxite, copper, iron ore, diamonds and uranium) to pull it out of its position of one of the world’s
poorest countries.
Guinea is considered to have the most reliable business for foreign investors,
traders and companies in West Africa. (SEE PAGE-2)
The working mentality of the Guineas differs very much from the surrounding countries and the people are known
for their friendlyness, beauty and hospitality. The quality of life and standard of living has improved for
most of the Guineans; many in exile returned, free enterprise is encouraged and people can talk openly without fear of
repression. Guinea is one of the wettest countries in West Africa. A mild sweet small red bush fruit, Kingkriesji
called by the locals, is considered to have positive medicinal effect on stomach ach. About 3/4th of Guinea's population
consists of Malinke, Fula and Susu/Soussou. There are several other ethnic groups. The official language is French whereas many
African languages like Malinke, Fula, Soussou etc. are also spoken. The Malinke (or Mandingo) and Fula are famous for their
music.
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Conakry:
Conakry is the capital of Guinea - a country sometimes called Guinea-Conakry to distinguish it from the neighboring
Guinea-Bissau. It is also the educational center of the country, and the University of Conakry is located here, among
other schools. Other important institutions and structures include the museum, library, and national archives, Palais
du Peuple (National Assembly building), the sports stadium - Stade du 28-Septembre.
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BRUSSELS/BELGIUM: 14 March 2002:
New Belgian Airline flies Africa
As of April 26, 2002 SN Brussels Airlines is the newest Belgian airline, created to continue in the steps of
the two companies Sabena and DAT, who between them had an unequalled safety record. The new company will keep Sabena's
famous 'S' symbol as part of its identity, as a way of acknowledging and building on the know-how of its predecessors.
From 26 April 2002 SN Brussels Airlines opened frequent Africa connections to:
- (3 times a week) Conakry, Freetown and Monrovia
For further information click here
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Last update: 24 April 2008
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