Manners in Guinea

Learn about cultural etiquette and manners of this country

Africa / Western Africa

Greetings

  • Handshake
  • Right hand only for giving
  • Light bow
  • Ramadan Kareem during Ramadan

Etiquette

  • Always use right hand for eating and passing items
  • Address elders with full name plus honorific "Moso" or "Monsieur"
  • Removing shoes at mosques and homes is customary
  • Always ask permission before taking photographs
  • Moderate alcohol consumption in public places
  • Be considerate about daytime eating during Ramadan
  • Women should cover shoulders and knees
  • Left hand considered unclean for eating and handshakes
  • Punctuality often relaxed, tolerance required
  • Custom to wait for elders to begin eating

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