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Liberia

🌍 Africa

Population (2024)

5,418,377

5.4 million

Source: UN World Population Prospects 2024

Key Facts About Liberia

  • Liberia was founded in 1847 by freed American slaves, making it Africa's oldest republic.
  • The Liberian flag closely resembles the American flag, reflecting its founding history.
  • Liberia has some of the largest remaining areas of West African tropical rainforest.
  • English is the official language, making it one of few English-speaking nations in West Africa.
  • Monrovia, the capital, is named after US President James Monroe.

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