African Countries and Their Capital Cities

Africa, the world's second-largest continent, is home to 54 recognized countries, each with its unique capital city. From the ancient pyramids of Cairo to the modern skyline of Nairobi, African capitals reflect the continent's rich history and rapid development. This comprehensive list includes North African capitals, Sub-Saharan capitals, and island nations.

Key Features

• All 54 African country capitals
• North African capitals including Cairo, Tunis, Algiers
• Sub-Saharan capitals from Lagos to Johannesburg
• East African capitals like Nairobi and Addis Ababa
• West African capitals including Accra and Dakar
• Island nation capitals like Antananarivo and Port Louis
• South Africa's three capitals: Pretoria, Cape Town, Bloemfontein

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African capitals are diverse in size, from mega-cities like Cairo (20+ million) to smaller capitals like Maseru in Lesotho. Many countries have moved or are planning to move their capitals, such as Egypt's New Administrative Capital and Tanzania's move from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma.