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Mali is a country located in West Africa. Its capital city is Bamako. With a land area of approximately 1.24 million square kilometers, Mali is the eighth-largest country in Africa. The population of Mali is estimated to be around 20 million people. Mali is a democratic republic, with a multi-party political system. The country gained independence from France on September 22, 1960. The official language of Mali is French, and the majority of the population practices Islam.

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Libya is a country located in North Africa. Its capital city is Tripoli. The country has a size of about 1.8 million square kilometers and a population of approximately 6.8 million people. Libya is a republic with a political system that is currently undergoing transition. The first president of Libya was Muhammad Idris. The official language is Arabic, and the majority of the population practices Islam as their religion. Libya gained independence from Italy in 1951.

The Libyan economy is

Niger is a landlocked country located in West Africa. Its capital city is Niamey. With a size of approximately 1.27 million square kilometers, Niger is the largest country in West Africa. The country has a population of over 22 million people. Niger operates under a semi-presidential republic, with the President serving as the head of state and government. The first President of Niger was Hamani Diori, who served from 1960 to 1974.

The official language of Niger is French, while Hausa,

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country located in southern Africa. Its capital city is Harare. With a land area of approximately 390,757 square kilometers, Zimbabwe is the 61st largest country in the world. The country has a population of over 14 million people. Zimbabwe is a presidential republic, with the President serving as both the head of state and the head of government. The first President of Zimbabwe was Canaan Banana. The official language of the country is English, and the majority of the

Togo is a country located in West Africa. Its capital city is Lomé, which is also the largest city in the country. Togo has a total area of approximately 56,785 square kilometers and a population of around 8 million people. The country operates under a multi-party democratic system, with the President serving as the head of state and government. Togo gained independence from France on April 27, 1960. The official language is French, and the majority of the population practices Christianity and

Zambia, located in southern Africa, is a landlocked country with Lusaka as its capital city. Covering an area of approximately 752,618 square kilometers, it is the 39th largest country in the world. With a population of over 17 million people, Zambia is known for its diverse ethnic groups and tribes.

Politically, Zambia operates as a multi-party democracy, with the President serving as both the head of state and government. The first President of Zambia was Kenneth Kaunda, who led the country

Western Sahara is a disputed territory located in North Africa. Its capital city is El Aaiún. It covers an area of about 266,000 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 600,000 people. The politics of Western Sahara are complex, with ongoing disputes between Morocco and the Polisario Front. The first president of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, which claims sovereignty over the territory, was El-Ouali Mustapha Sayed. The official language is Arabic, and Islam is the

Uganda is a country located in East Africa. Its capital city is Kampala. Uganda covers an area of approximately 241,038 square kilometers and has a population of over 45 million people. The country operates under a presidential system of government. The first president of Uganda was Sir Edward Mutesa, who served from 1963 to 1966. The official language of Uganda is English, and the majority of the population practices Christianity. Uganda gained independence from British colonial rule on

The Republic of the Congo, also known as Congo-Brazzaville, is a country located in Central Africa. Its capital city is Brazzaville. The country has a total area of approximately 342,000 square kilometers and a population of around 5 million people. The political system is a presidential republic, with the President serving as both the head of state and the head of government. The first president of the Republic of the Congo was Fulbert Youlou. The official language is French, and the majority

The Gambia is a country located in West Africa. Its capital city is Banjul. The country has a total area of approximately 10,689 square kilometers and a population of around 2.3 million people. The Gambia is a republic with a multi-party political system. It gained independence from the United Kingdom on February 18, 1965. The first president of The Gambia was Sir Dawda Jawara. The official language is English, and the majority of the population practices Islam as their religion.

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The Central African Republic is a landlocked country located in Central Africa. Its capital city is Bangui. The country spans an area of approximately 622,984 square kilometers and has a population of around 4.7 million people. The Central African Republic operates under a multi-party political system, with the President serving as the head of state and government. The first president of the country was David Dacko. The official language is French, while the majority of the population practices

Tanzania is a country located in East Africa. Its capital city is Dodoma, although the largest city and former capital is Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is the 31st largest country in the world, with a total area of approximately 945,087 square kilometers. The population of Tanzania is estimated to be around 59 million people.

Tanzania is a democratic republic, with a multi-party political system. The country gained independence from the United Kingdom on December 9, 1961. Julius Nyerere, also known

Swaziland, officially known as the Kingdom of Eswatini, is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa. The capital city of Swaziland is Mbabane. The country has a total area of approximately 17,364 square kilometers and a population of around 1.1 million people. Swaziland is a monarchy, with King Mswati III serving as the current reigning monarch. The official languages of Swaziland are Swazi and English. The majority of the population practices Christianity, with traditional beliefs also

Sudan is a country located in northeastern Africa. Its capital city is Khartoum. Sudan is the third largest country in Africa and has a population of over 40 million people. The political system in Sudan is a federal presidential republic. The first president of Sudan was Ismail al-Azhari. The official language of Sudan is Arabic, and the majority of the population practices Islam. Sudan gained independence from British-Egyptian rule on January 1, 1956.

The economy of Sudan is primarily

South Sudan is a country located in East-Central Africa. Its capital city is Juba. With an area of approximately 644,329 square kilometers, it is the third-largest country in Africa. The population of South Sudan is estimated to be around 11 million people. 

Politically, South Sudan is a presidential republic. The first president of South Sudanwas Salva Kiir Mayardit, who assumed office in 2011. The official language of the country is English, although there are over 60 indigenous languages

Sierra Leone is a country located in West Africa. Its capital city is Freetown. The country has a land area of approximately 71,740 square kilometers and a population of around 7 million people. Sierra Leone is a constitutional republic with a multi-party political system.

The first president of Sierra Leone was Siaka Stevens. The official language of the country is English, and the majority of the population practices Islam and Christianity. Sierra Leone gained independence from British