Guyana
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About Guyana
Guyana lies on the northeastern coast of South America, bordered by Venezuela, Brazil, and Suriname. It is the only English-speaking country on the continent, having gained independence from Britain in 1966. Much of the country is covered by tropical rainforest, crossed by major rivers including the Essequibo. The capital, Georgetown, sits on the Atlantic coast. The population reflects a diverse heritage of indigenous, African, South Asian, and European communities. Key economic sectors include mining, agriculture, and, following recent offshore discoveries, a rapidly growing petroleum industry.