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Find out the 54 independent states in Africa in alphabetical order, from Algeria to Zimbabwe, with their capitals, flags and currencies. Learn about the geography, history and culture of each country and the transcontinental Egypt.
- Capitals of Africa
As less economically developed, many countries of this...
- Flags of Africa
Flags of African countries Very different in design the...
- Europe
Armenia and Cyprus politically are considered European...
- Currencies of Africa
List of African currencies. Among the different national...
- Countries of South America
In total, there are 12 independent countries and 3 dependent...
- World's Largest Countries
The 100 largest countries ranked by their total area, with...
- How Many Countries
Today, there are 197 countries in the world: 193 UN members...
- Capitals of Africa
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News about South Africa, democracy, freedom
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The web page lists the 54 countries in Africa according to the United Nations, with current population and subregion (based on the UN official statistics). It also shows the population and subregion of dependencies or other territories, such as Réunion, Mayotte, and Saint Helena.
- Middle Africa
- Other African Territories
AngolaCameroonCentral African RepublicChadIn addition to 54 countries, Africa also includes 3 dependencies and one disputed territory. Two of the dependencies, Reunion and Mayotte, are controlled by France. Reunion is an island located just west of the small island country of Mauritius, and east of the large island country of Madagascar. It is the most populous of Africa’s dependencies, co...
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Africa is the world's second largest and second-most populous continent after Asia. At about 30.3 million km 2 (11.7 million square miles) including adjacent islands, it covers 20% of Earth's land area and 6% of its total surface area. With 1.4 billion people as of 2021, it accounts for about 18% of the world's human population.
- 46.1/km² (119.4/sq mi) (2021)
- 54+2*+5** (*disputed) (**territories)
May 30, 2023 · Africa is the world's second-largest and second-most populated continent, with 54 independent countries and 4 dependencies. The continent has diverse landscapes, cultures, and natural resources, as well as a rich history and ancient civilizations. Learn more about the geography, history, and challenges of each region of Africa.
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Learn about the five main geographical regions, 54 sovereign countries and two disputed areas of Africa. Find facts, maps, population and capital of each country in Africa. Explore the continent's history, culture and wildlife with images and stories.
The map shows the African continent with all African nations, international borders, national capitals, and major cities. You can see the list of 54 sovereign states (or countries) in Africa and their locations on the map. Learn more about the regions, languages, and features of the continent.
