Africa Map: Interactive & Printable Maps & Alphabetical Country List

**Map of Africa** and all the 54 countries on the continent. Print this Map of Africa MapQuest

Welcome to the interactive Africa map. This map is designed to help you explore and learn more about the 54 countries that make up the African continent. Simply hover over any country to see its name pop up, making it easy to identify each nation as you navigate the map.

Africa Map of Countries

Hover or click on the below interactive map to see the name of the country.

By Júlio Reis - Image:Africa countries.svg, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link modified by MapQuest

List of African Countries in Alphabetical Order

According to the United Nations, the population of sub-Saharan Africa is projected to double by 2050. Africa is expected to contribute over half of the global population increase from 2015 to 2050, boasting the highest population growth rate and some of the biggest countries in the world by population.

Country	Population	Subregion
Algeria	46,814,308	Northern Africa
Angola	37,885,849	Middle Africa
Benin	14,462,724	Western Africa
Botswana	2,521,139	Southern Africa
Burkina Faso	23,548,781	Western Africa
Burundi	14,047,786	Eastern Africa
Cabo Verde	524,877	Western Africa
Cameroon	29,123,744	Middle Africa
Central African Republic	5,330,690	Middle Africa
Chad	20,299,123	Middle Africa
Comoros	866,628	Eastern Africa
Congo	6,332,961	Middle Africa
Côte d'Ivoire	31,934,230	Western Africa
Djibouti	1,168,722	Eastern Africa
DR Congo	109,276,265	Middle Africa
Egypt	116,538,258	Northern Africa
Equatorial Guinea	1,892,516	Middle Africa
Eritrea	3,535,603	Eastern Africa
Eswatini	1,242,822	Southern Africa
Ethiopia	132,059,767	Eastern Africa
Gabon	2,538,952	Middle Africa
Gambia	2,759,988	Western Africa
Ghana	34,427,414	Western Africa
Guinea	14,754,785	Western Africa
Guinea-Bissau	2,201,352	Western Africa
Kenya	56,432,944	Eastern Africa
Lesotho	2,337,423	Southern Africa
Liberia	5,612,817	Western Africa
Libya	7,381,023	Northern Africa
Madagascar	31,964,956	Eastern Africa
Malawi	21,655,286	Eastern Africa
Mali	24,478,595	Western Africa
Mauritania	5,169,395	Western Africa
Mauritius	1,271,169	Eastern Africa
Morocco	38,081,173	Northern Africa
Mozambique	34,631,766	Eastern Africa
Namibia	3,030,131	Southern Africa
Niger	27,032,412	Western Africa
Nigeria	232,679,478	Western Africa
Rwanda	14,256,567	Eastern Africa
Sao Tome & Principe	235,536	Middle Africa
Senegal	18,501,984	Western Africa
Seychelles	130,418	Eastern Africa
Sierra Leone	8,642,022	Western Africa
Somalia	19,009,151	Eastern Africa
South Africa	64,007,187	Southern Africa
South Sudan	11,943,408	Eastern Africa
Sudan	50,448,963	Northern Africa
Tanzania	68,560,157	Eastern Africa
Togo	9,515,236	Western Africa
Tunisia	12,277,109	Northern Africa
Uganda	50,015,092	Eastern Africa
Zambia	21,314,956	Eastern Africa
Zimbabwe	16,634,373	Eastern Africa

Population data from the United Nations

Regions of Africa

When visualizing a map of Africa, it can be helpful to not only identify the countries but also consider the population sizes and subregional divisions, as these factors shape the political and social landscape of the continent. Below is a breakdown of the countries by subregion along with population highlights:

Northern Africa:

This region includes nations that border the Mediterranean Sea, with strong historical ties to the Arab world, trade routes, and Mediterranean cultures.

Northern Africa Countries: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia, Western Sahara
Population Highlights: Egypt is the most populous country in this region with over 100 million people, while Western Sahara is sparsely populated due to its desert landscape.

Western Africa:

Western Africa boasts a rich cultural diversity and is home to several of Africa’s most populous nations.

Western Africa Countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
Population Highlights: Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, has over 200 million people, which is a significant part of the continent’s population.

Eastern Africa:

This subregion is known for its diverse landscapes, from the savannas of Kenya and Tanzania to the highlands of Ethiopia and Rwanda. Eastern Africa also includes island nations such as Madagascar.

Eastern Africa Countries: Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Population Highlights: Ethiopia, one of the oldest civilizations in the world, has a population exceeding 100 million, and Tanzania also has a large population that contributes to the region's overall growth.

Central Africa:

Central Africa is a region dominated by dense rainforests and is rich in natural resources. However, political instability in some parts has impacted population distribution.

Central Africa Countries: Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo (Brazzaville), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, São Tomé and Príncipe
Population Highlights: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is the most populous country in this region, with a population of around 100 million, largely concentrated in urban areas despite the vast expanse of tropical forests.

Southern Africa:

Southern Africa is known for its diverse ecosystems and economic development, with South Africa being a regional powerhouse.

Southern Africa Countries: Botswana, Eswatini (Swaziland), Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa
Population Highlights: South Africa is the most industrialized country in Africa, with a population of around 60 million people, while Namibia and Botswana have relatively smaller populations but vast landscapes.