Liberia is a country located in West Africa. The country is bordered by Sierra Leone to the west, Guinea to the north, and Ivory Coast to the east. Liberia is the only country in Africa that was founded by African Americans. The country was founded in 1847 by freed slaves from the United States. The capital of Liberia is Monrovia, which is named after U.S. President James Monroe. Liberia is the world's oldest republic. The official language of Liberia is English. The country is home to a variety of ethnic groups, including the Kpelle, Bassa, Grebo, Gola, Kru, and Mende. The majority of the population is Christian. Liberia is a low-income country with a GDP per capita of $1,70