Which country was founded by freed American slaves?

Liberia was founded by freed American slaves in the early 19th century. The American Colonization Society established the colony in 1822 as a settlement for free African Americans, with the intention of providing them an opportunity for self-governance and a new life. Liberia declared its independence in 1847, making it one of the first independent republics in Africa. The capital city, Monrovia, is named after U.S. President James Monroe, who supported the colonization effort.