Faranah (N’ko: ߝߙߊߣߊ߫߫) is a town and sub-prefecture in central Guinea, lying by the River Niger.

Sékou Touré was born in what was then a village, and after becoming president developed it with a mosque, palace and conference centre.

It lies immediately south west of the Haut Niger National Park.

The town is served by Faranah Airport.

Faranah is near major iron ore deposits.