Labé Region facts for kids
Labé is an important region located in the north-central part of Guinea, a country in West Africa. It shares its borders with the countries of Senegal and Mali. Within Guinea, Labé is next to other regions like Faranah, Kindia, Mamou, and Boké.
The main city and capital of the Labé Region is called Labé. In 2014, about 995,717 people lived in the Labé Region. The region covers an area of about 22,869 square kilometers (8,829 square miles).
What is a Region?
A region is like a large area or division within a country. It helps the government manage and organize different parts of the nation. Each region often has its own capital city, which is the center for its administration.
Prefectures of Labé
Regions in Guinea are divided into smaller areas called prefectures. These are like counties or smaller districts. Each prefecture has its own local government. The Labé Region has five prefectures:
- Koubia Prefecture
- Labé Prefecture
- Lélouma Prefecture
- Mali Prefecture
- Tougué Prefecture
