- Size: 215,000 sq km (83,000 sq mi)
- Borders: Venezuela to the west, Suriname to the east, Brazil to the south and the Atlantic Ocean to the north.
- Geographic Features: Coastal plain, heavily forested interior, savannahs in the south and west, Pakaraima Mountains in the southwest.
- Climate: Tropical, with heavy rainfall and high humidity. Wet season from May to August.
Capital: Georgetown
Population:
- Estimated population: 780,000 (2023)
- Ethnic groups: East Indians (39.5%), Afro-Guyanese (29.5%), Mixed (19.5%), Amerindians (10.5%), Chinese (0.5%), Whites (0.2%).
Languages:
- Official language: English
- Other spoken languages: Hindi, Urdu, Creole, Akawaio, Patamona
Economy:
- GDP per capita: $4,100 (nominal, 2022)
- Main industries: Agriculture (sugar, rice, bauxite), mining (gold, diamonds, manganese), forestry, fishing, tourism.
Culture:
- Guyana has a diverse cultural heritage, reflecting the influences of its various ethnic groups.
- Music: Reggae, calypso, soca, chutney, bhangra, steelpan.
- Literature: Edgar Mittelholzer, Wilson Harris, Jan Carew, David Dabydeen.
- Sport: Cricket, football (soccer), rugby union, basketball.
Politics:
- Guyana is a republic within the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Head of state: President Irfaan Ali
- Head of government: Prime Minister Mark Phillips
- Elections are held every five years. Next elections due in 2025.
International relations:
- Guyana is a member of several regional and international organizations, including the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR), the Organization of American States (OAS), the Commonwealth of Nations and the United Nations.
Challenges:
- Guyana faces a number of challenges, including poverty, unemployment, corruption, environmental degradation, and disputes over its territorial borders.
