Formal Name: Republic of Senegal
Local Name: République du Sénégal
Government: Semi-presidential republic
Structure: 14 regions, 45 Départements, 103 Arrondissements
Formation: 20 August 1960 (dissolution of federation with Mali)
Motto: One People, One Goal, One Faith
Anthem: Pincez Tous vos Koras, Frappez les Balafons (Everyone strum your koras, strike the balafons)
Languages: French, Wolof, Soninke, Seereer-Siin, Fula
Population: 14 million
Area: 196,723 km2 (87th)
Currency: CFA franc (XOF)
Capital: Dakar (2.5 million)