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The continent of Africa is sometimes referred to as one place, which is far from reality. There are 54 countries that make up the continent, each with their own languages, traditions, music and more!
Learn About The 54 Countries of Africa
Africa is the 2nd largest continent of all 7 around the world with an area of 11,724,000 square miles but has the most countries with 54. Asia, is the largest covering 17,226,200 square miles with 48 countries. The remaining continents; North America has 23 countries, South America has 12 countries, Europe has 44 countries and lastly, Australia and Antarctica, which are both a country and continent.
Also See: The 7 Continents On Earth
There are 7 countries located in the northern region of the continent of Africa; Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, South Sudan and Tunisia. Continue reading for information on each country!
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Countries Located In East Africa
Countries Located In Central Africa
Countries Located In West Africa
Countries Located In Southern Africa
1. Algeria
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Algeria is bordered by Libya, Tunisia, Morocco, Mauritania, Mali and Niger.
Like the USA has 50 states, Algeria has 58 wilayas.
2. Egypt
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Egypt is bordered by Libya and Sudan.
Like the USA has 50 states, Egypt has 4 regions.
3. Libya
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Libya is bordered by Tunisia, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Egypt.
Like the USA has 50 states, Libya has 3 provinces
4. Morocco
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Morocco is bordered by Algeria and Western Sahara.
Like the USA has 50 states, Morocco has 12 regions.
5. South Sudan
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South Sudan is bordered by Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, DR Congo, and Central African Republic.
Like the USA has 50 states, South Sudan has 10 states.
6. Sudan
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Sudan is bordered by Libya, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Central African Republic and Chad.
Like the USA has 50 states, Sudan has 18 states.
