Senegal
Senegal is a country in Africa (Western Africa). Its capital is Dakar. It has about 18,931,966 inhabitants (68th of 194 by population) and covers 196,722 km² (86th of 195 by area).
Quick facts
| Capital | Dakar |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 18,931,966 (2025) |
| Area | 196,722 km² |
| Currencies | West African CFA franc (Fr) |
| Languages | French |
| Demonym | Senegalese |
| Borders | Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania |
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