At about 30.3 million km 2 (11.7 million square miles) including adjacent islands, it covers 20% of Earth 's land area and 6% of its total surface area. [9] . With nearly 1.4 billion people as of …

4 days ago · Africa, the second largest continent (after Asia), covering about one-fifth of the total land surface of Earth. The continent is bounded on the west by the Atlantic Ocean, on the …

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There are 54 countries in Africa, making it the second largest and second-most populous continent in the world. Each of these countries has its own unique identity, shaped by a mix of …

Jul 1, 2025 · Africa is a vast continent spanning over 8,000km (5,000 mi) north to south and 7,500km (4,800 mi) east to west (not including islands) and contains a wide array of peoples, …

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54 countries make up the continent of Africa, and while population growth is relatively low in some areas, countries such as Nigeria and Uganda are increasing at an advanced rate. In most …

For other uses, see Africa (disambiguation). Africa is the world's second-largest and second-most populous continent after Asia. At about 30.3 million km 2 (11.7 million square miles) including …

Africa is the third largest continent in the world. It makes up about one-fifth of the world's total land area. It is surrounded by large areas of water. There are 54 fully recognised and independent …

Africa is made up of 54 countries and many different cultures; from Black Africans to the Berber and Arab peoples of North Africa, and White Africans, descended from the generations of …