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What is the most populous country in Africa?

Most populous African countries in 2025: Nigeria (237.6 M), Ethiopia (110.6 M), Egypt (107.9 M), DR Congo (106.6 M), Tanzania (70.5 M) (IMF).

Source: IMF, World Economic Outlook (October 2026)

Most populous African countries in 2025
Name Population
1. Nigeria 237.6 M
2. Ethiopia 110.6 M
3. Egypt 107.9 M
4. DR Congo 106.6 M
5. Tanzania 70.5 M
6. South Africa 63.1 M
7. Kenya 53.4 M
8. Sudan 50.4 M
9. Uganda 48.0 M
10. Algeria 47.4 M

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