Africa: Facts and Figures

  • Population – 1 billion (2009)
  • GDP per capita -$1,127
  • GDP growth -1.7%
  • Life Expectancy -52

There are 54 African countries in total. Africa is also the world’s second largest and second most populous continent, after Asia contributing 14.7% of the world’s population.

As at 2011, 7 of the fastest growing economies are located in Africa.

The country guide below provides an indepth source of information for every African country. The guides are invaluable to travelers, those planning to settle in any of the 54 African countries and to those who want to learn about Africa.

Richest Africans in the World

The Richest Countries in Africa

Largest Countries in Africa by Population and Land Size

List of African Dictators and longest serving leaders

 

African Country Profiles

Click on the respective African country flag below for information on each country’s:

  • History, Culture and People
  • Facts and Figures
  • Travelling Tips, Information and Advice
  • National Flags and Anthems
  • National Icons

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Algeria

Djibouti

Madagascar

Sierra Leonne
Angola

Egypt
Malawi

Somalia
Benin

Equitoria Guinea

Mali

South Africa
Botswana

Eritrea

Mauritania

Sudan
Burkina Fasso

Guinea

Mauritius

Swaziland
Burundi

Gabon

Morocco

Tanzania
Cameroon

Gambia

Mozambique

Togo
Cape Verde

Ghana

Namibia

Tunisia
Central Africa Republic

Guinea

Niger

Uganda
Chad

Guine Bassau

Nigeria

Western Sahara
Comoros

Kenya

Rwanda

Zambia
Congo - Bazaville

Lesotho

Sao Tome and Principe

Zimbabwe
Congo - Kinshasa

Liberia

Senegal
Cote d'voire

Libya

Seychelles