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AfricaMap Quiz
The world's most diverse continent β 54 countries, dozens of languages, ancient civilisations. How well do you know Africa's geography?
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About This Africa Map Quiz
This freeAfrica map quizcovers 30 questions across all five major regions of Africa: North Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, and Southern Africa. Questions span countries, capital cities, national flags, and physical geography. Africa is the world's most diverse continent with 54 recognised sovereign nations β making it one of the most rewarding subjects to study geographically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Africa has 54 fully recognised sovereign countries β more than any other continent. The most recently internationally recognised state is South Sudan, which gained independence in 2011. The African Union officially recognises 55 states, including Western Sahara, whose status is disputed.
Algeria is the largest country in Africa by land area, covering approximately 2.38 million kmΒ². Before South Sudan's independence in 2011, Sudan was the largest. Nigeria is Africa's most populous country with over 220 million people.
Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia and the headquarters of the African Union. It is the fourth-highest capital city in the world by elevation, sitting at approximately 2,355 metres above sea level.