Guinea-Bissau is a country in Africa with a population of 2,326,600. Guinea-Bissau, a small country of mangrove swamps and islands, is known for its cashew harvests and the lively rhythms of gumbe music. The people are a mosaic of ethnic groups, each with its own customs. Islam, Christianity, and indigenous beliefs are all practiced, often side by side. Spirituality is woven into daily life through ceremonies, ancestor veneration, and colorful Carnival celebrations.