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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 6 countries located in the oceans around the continent of Africa; Cabo Verde, Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles. Continue reading for information on each country!
Also See:
Countries Located In East Africa
Countries Located In North Africa
Countries Located In Central Africa
Countries Located In West Africa
Countries Located In Southern Africa
Africa’s Island Nations was originally published on ronewoldcnews.staging.go.ione.nyc
1. Cabo Verde
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Cabo Verde is located in the Atlantic Ocean.
Cabo Verde is made up of 10 islands and 5 islets.
2. Comoros
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Comoros is located in the Indian Ocean.
Comoros is made up of 3 main islands.
3. Madagascar
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Madagascar is located in the Indian Ocean.
Madagascar is the 4th largest island in the world.
4. Mauritius
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Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean.
Mauritius is made up of 2 main islands.
5. São Tomé and Príncipe
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São Tomé and Príncipe is located in the North Atlantic Ocean.
São Tomé and Príncipe is made up of 2 main islands.
6. Seychelles
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Seychelles is located in the Indian Ocean.
Seychelles is made up of 115 islands.
