Africa is the second largest continent on earth, Africa has rich cultures, diversities, etc. Africa has a population of over 1.3 billion people with different languages, culture and tradition, religion, etc. Each community in Africa has its own unique tradition music, language, dance. And counties in Africa are showcasing the continent’s creative spirit.
With music genres like Afrobeat, Amapiano, Highlife, etc, Africa has captured global audience. In time past, Africa’s art, films, literature, etc has gained global recognition as Africa has so many talented artists, directors, writers, etc.. And when it comes to natural resources, Africa is one of the continents with rich natural resources.
So in this article, I will tell you African countries and what they are known for. Keep reading on.
Top 5 Richest African Countries.
This ranking varies depending on the criteria used, such as GDP, GNI per capita or overall wealth.
The following are the top 10 richest African countries.
- Seychelles: This is a small island nation that has high GNI per capita, the country relies heavily on offshore banking and tourism.
- Equatorial Guinea: This country is rich in oil and gas, and over the past decades it has seen significant economic growth.
- Mauritius: It has a high economy as it has a strong financial service sector and tourism.
- Gabon: It has benefited from the exploitation of it resources, as it has vast reserves of oil and minerals.
- And number 5 is Nigeria. Sorry that was a mistake, number 5 is Botswana: Botswana has a stable political environment and is endowed with diamonds. Botswana has sustained a economic prosperity since it invested in education.
See Also:
African Countries That Have Undergone Coup.
Nigeria’s Military Capabilities VS Niger’s.
Why Are Nigerians Missing Buhari.
Ok, Continue…
African Countries With Oil & Gas.
- Nigeria.
- Egypt.
- Libya.
- Angola.
- Algeria.
African Countries With Minerals.
- Ghana.
- South Africa.
- Botswana.
- Guinea.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo.
Natural Resources In Africa.
Africa is blessed with natural resources. And the following are some of them.
- Oil & Gas: Africa is blessed with oil and gas as some African countries are major producers and exporters of oil and gas.
- Minerals: Africa is also blessed with minerals like gold, copper, diamond, uranium as some African countries have mineral reserves.
- Timber: Africa is a significant exporter of timer, as it has extensive forest resources.
- Agriculture: Africa has a fertile soil that is good for growing different crops as it has agricultural potentials.
- Precious Stones: Africa is known for its precious stone, as precious stones like rubies, diamonds, emeralds, etc are found in Africa.
African Countries With Fertile Soil.
- Ethiopia.
- Nigeria.
See Also.
How To Know A Fake Naira Note.
Nigerian Artists That Have Been Arrested.
Nigerian Celebrities That Were Rich Before Fame.
Is Tuition Free In Nigeria Federal Universities.
Nigerian Celebrities With Law Degree.
Don’t forget to drop your contributions in the comment section below.
African Countries With Timber.
- Cameroon.
- Central African Republic.
- Gabon.
- Democratic Republic of Congo.
African Countries With Precious Stones.
- Zimbabwe.
- Angola.
- South Africa.
- Botswana.
- Namibia.
African Countries And What They Are Known For.
The following are some African countries and what they are known for.
- Kenya: Kenya is known for its wildlife reserves and its vibrant Maasi culture, etc.
- Nigeria: Nigeria is known for its rich cultures including festivals, literature, traditional dances. It also has one of the largest economy in Africa.
- Egypt: Egypt is known for its ancient civilization such as the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid.
- South Africa: South Africa is known for its cultural diversity and wildlife.
- Tanzania: Tanzania is known for being home to Serengeti National Park (renowned for its annual wide-beast migration) and Kilimanjaro.
- Morocco: Morocco is known for its unique architecture, vibrant market, etc
- Ethopia: It is known for its historical sites including the rock-cut churches of Lalibela and Axum, and its cultural traditions, etc.
- Ghana: Is known as the centre of the transatlantic slave trade, as it known for its history, culture, etc.
- Uganda: Is known for its beautiful lakes, and its abundant wildlife.
- Rwanda: Is known for its commitment to conservation and its recovery from the 1994 genocide.
- Madagascar: Its is known for its amazing biodiversity and its stunning landscape.
- Senegal: Is known for its musical heritage and cultural sense.
- Ivory Coast: Known for its production of cocoa beans, cultural dance and music.
If your country is not here, comment below and I will add it up.
If you are an African and you’re to be an African, leave a comment below.
So was this helpful, leave a question or contribution in the comment section below. You can also share this post on social media platforms to enlighten others.
