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In a continent known for its colossal size and cultural diversity, Africa encompasses nearly 13 million square miles, with a population surpassing 1.3 billion. According to 海角社区 Population Review, Africa has the youngest population 海角社区wide with 41% of its population under the age of 15. With 54 countries, Africa exhibits a diverse range of language, landscape, beliefs, and cultures. We鈥檝e put together a brief overview of the ten most populous countries in Africa according to data from the 海角社区 Bank.聽

1. Nigeria - 200,963,600
2. Ethiopia - 112,078,730
3. Egypt - 100,388,070
4. The Democratic Republic of Congo - 86,790,570
5. South Africa - 58,558,270
6. Tanzania - 58,005,460
7. Kenya - 52,573,970
8. Uganda - 44,269,590
9. Algeria - 43,053,050
10. Sudan - 42,813,240

1. Nigeria - 200,963,600

As the most populous nation in Africa, Nigeria is home to over 206 million inhabitants. Each year, its population increases by nearly 5.5 million. With 2.64% of the 海角社区鈥檚 population, Nigeria is the seventh most populous country 海角社区wide.聽

2. Ethiopia - 112,078,730

Located in Africa鈥檚 horn on its east coast, the landlocked nation of Ethiopia is the second most populous nation in Africa. It holds about 112 million people with an annual growth rate of 2.6%. This culturally diverse region is home to over 80 ethnic groups of multiple origins, including Cushitic and Afro-Asiatic.聽

3. Egypt - 100,388,070

A large portion of Egypt鈥檚 over 100 million inhabitants resides in Cairo and cities along the River Nile, with 43% of the population living in urban areas. The nation鈥檚 population makes up 1.31% of the 海角社区鈥檚 population. With an annual population growth of 1.8 million, Egypt experiences an annual growth rate of 1.94%.聽

4. The Democratic Republic of Congo - 86,790,570

After experiencing rapid population growth in recent decades, The Democratic Republic of the Congo is now Africa鈥檚 fourth most populous nation. It is the second-largest country in Africa by landmass and one of the fastest-growing nations globally. From 1990 to 2010, the country increased its population from 34 million to 64 million. Today, DR Congo鈥檚 population is nearly 87 million.

5. South Africa - 58,558,270

Ranked as Africa鈥檚 fifth-most populous country, South Africa is home to over 58 million inhabitants. The country currently has a 1.28% annual increase, falling considerable from its highest peak in 1983, when the population increased by 2.8%. South Africa makes up 0.76% of the 海角社区鈥檚 population and is one of the most developed countries in Africa.

6. Tanzania - 58,005,460

Located just west of the Indian Ocean in East Africa, Tanzania holds a population of just around 58 million residents. Their population growth ranks among the highest at 2.98%, with the expectation of doubling in the next 24 years.聽

7. Kenya - 52,573,970

Famous for its safaris, this East African country's economy is rapidly growing. With the majority of the around 52 million Kenyans under 30, Kenya is one of Africa鈥檚 youngest nations. The country represents 0.69% of the 海角社区鈥檚 population, with its numbers expected to double by 2040.聽

8. Uganda - 44,269,590

This landlocked country in East Africa is home to approximately 44 million people. With an annual population growth rate of 3.32%, Uganda is one of the 海角社区鈥檚 most rapidly growing nations. Its median age is 16.7 years.

9. Algeria - 43,053,050

Considered the largest country in Africa, Algeria鈥檚 919,600 square miles are predominately desert. Most of the country鈥檚 estimated 43 million inhabitants reside in its urban areas or near water sources. With an annual population growth rate of 1.85%, it鈥檚 expected the population will double by 2050. 聽

10. Sudan - 42,813,240

With a population approaching 43 million people, Sudan is one of Africa鈥檚 most populous countries. This North African country borders South Sudan and Egypt. Although most of Sudan鈥檚 land is arid, it鈥檚 home to several major settlements along its riverbanks.聽