The official language of the country of Guinea is French. There are numerous ethnic languages in the country and the three most prevalent ethnic language are Susu, Pular (Foulah, Peuhl), and Malinke. The ethnic language Susu is spoken in the coastal region and in the capital city. Toma, Guerze, Kissi and others are spoken in the interior (Sacred Forest) region bordering on Mali, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone and Liberia.
In 1967, a cultural revolution was announced for the purpose of “de-Westernizing” Guinean education. A literacy program begun in 1968 sought eventually to teach all citizens to speak and write one of the eight principal local languages: Malinke (Maninkakan), Fulani (Poular), Susu, Kpelle (Guerze), Loma (Toma), Kissi, Coniagui, and Bassari, all of which belong to the Niger-Congo language group. After the fall of Toure regime in 1984, French was again emphasized; however, the tribal languages are still spoken.
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P&O Ferries boasts the largest fleet of ships offering a wide range of services and facilities on ferries to France and the Continent. Passengers can book a ferry online, or with their call centre.
Families
The short hop over the channel makes family holidays in France a big favourite, and with sandy beaches, awesome nature reserves and culture-soaked cities family holidays in Spain are always ideal as well.
Onboard
The variety of facilities onboard your cheap ferry crossing will add so much more to your sense of escape and relaxation, helping you arrive at your destination totally refreshed and raring to go. P&O Ferries are more than just a car ferry operator.
France
A ferry to France with P&O give you many holiday options whether it's the cosmopolitan and romantic ambience of Paris or the laid back way of life in Provence. There is also the 'best fare sailing', providing cheap ferries for this route.
Spain
From the intimate coves of Asturias to the ancient Basque traditions of Navarra, there is so much on offer for those boarding ferries to Spain. The adventure starts as soon as you book your ferry tickets.
Amsterdam
Whether you want to wander along idyllic canals, watch the world go by in one of its numerous cafes, or explore the stunning architecture, a ferry to Amsterdam really does have something for everyone.