Africa is the world's second-largest continent and is divided into five geographical regions, comprising 54 sovereign countries.
(1). North Africa – 6 Countries
- Famous for the Sahara Desert, Nile River and Atlas Mountains.
- Algeria is Africa's largest country by area.
(2). West Africa – 16 Countries
- Famous for the Niger River, Sahel region and Gulf of Guinea.
- Nigeria is Africa's most populous country.
(3). Central Africa – 9 Countries
- Famous for the Congo Basin and tropical rainforests.
- The Congo River is a major river of this region.
(4). East Africa – 18 Countries
- Famous for the Great Rift Valley, Mount Kilimanjaro and Lake Victoria.
- Madagascar is part of this region.
(5). Southern Africa – 5 Countries
- Famous for the Kalahari Desert, Namib Desert and Drakensberg Mountains.
- South Africa is an important industrial and mining centre.
Important Facts
- Total countries: 54
- Highest mountain: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Longest river: Nile
- Largest lake: Lake Victoria
- Largest hot desert: Sahara
- Largest African country: Algeria
🌍 Remember:
North = Sahara | West = Niger | Central = Congo | East = Rift Valley | South = Kalahari
Source: Geography
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