Liberia

:This article is about the country in Africa; for the town in Costa Rica, see Liberia, Costa Rica

Demographics

Main article: Demographics of Liberia

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The population of over 3 million comprises 16 indigenous ethnic groups and various foreign minorities. The Kpelle in central and western Liberia is the largest ethnic group. Americo-Liberians, who are descendants of freed slaves that arrived in Liberia early in 1821, make up an estimated 5% of the population. There also is a sizable number of Lebanese, Indians, and other West African nationals who make up a significant part of Liberia's business community. A few whites (estimated at 18,000 in 1999; probably fewer now) reside in the country.

Related Topics:
Kpelle - Lebanese - India

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Political upheavals and civil war have brought about a steep decline in living standards.

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