Africa

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Africa has 18.9% of the world’s population, ranking 2nd out of all 7 regions. It contributes 2.53% to the world’s GDP. There are 54 countries in Africa, with notable ones such as Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Egypt.

Map of Africa

In terms of Total Population (2025) , Africa ranks 2nd out of the 7 regions. In the context of global population distribution, this region is more populated than others.

Africa ranks 7th in GDP Per Capita (USD) , compared to the other six regions. This implies that on average there is weaker individual economic output, lower income levels, and lower living standards across this region.

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Total Population (2025)
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GDP Per Capita (USD)

Out of the seven regions, Africa has the 2nd rank in Internet Users . This implies that significantly more people have access to the internet compared to other regions.

Africa ranks 7th in Literacy Rate (%) , compared to the other six regions. This suggests that, on average, the educational infrastructure in this region is weaker than in other regions.

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Internet Users
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Literacy Rate (%)

In terms of Sweet Potatoes prod. , Africa ranks 2nd out of the 7 regions. This is indicative of a more fertile land, suitable for producing high quantities of sweet potatoes when compared to other regions.

Among the seven world regions, Africa stands at rank 7th in Enrolment in tertiary edu.(all programmes) . This takes into account the population of the region and implies that lesser people in this region pursue tertiary education compared to other regions.

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Sweet Potatoes prod.
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Enrolment in tertiary edu.(all programmes)