Africa
Information about Africa
ORIGIN OF THE NAME
The name "Africa" is believed to have originated from the ancient Romans, who used it to refer to the lands south of the Mediterranean region. It may have derived from the Afri tribe, who inhabited the area around Carthage in modern-day Tunisia.
SIZE
Africa is the second-largest continent on Earth, covering approximately 30.2 million square kilometres (11.7 million square miles). It is larger than Europe, North America, and South America combined.
POPULATION
As of the latest estimates, Africa is home to over 1.3 billion people, making it the second most populous continent after Asia.
NUMBER OF COUNTRIES
Africa is composed of 54 recognised countries, each with its own government, culture, and often multiple languages.
UNESCO SITES
Africa boasts over 140 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including natural reserves like Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and cultural landmarks like the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
POINTS OF INTEREST
Tanzania 🇹🇿 Serengeti National Park
Zambia 🇿🇲/Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 Victoria Falls
Egypt 🇪🇬 Great Pyramids of Giza
Tanzania 🇹🇿 Mount Kilimanjaro
South Africa 🇿🇦 Kruger National Park