Top 10 Most Peaceful Countries in Africa

Here is the full list of Top Ten Most Peaceful Countries in Africa

Number 10. Namibia (World ranking 60th)
The population density in this African nation is the second lowest in the world (second only to Mongolia). This hints on the low population of Namibia. They are well known for the presence of wildlife. In fact, the country is home to the world’s largest population of free roaming cheetahs (approximately 2500-3000) and black rhinos.

Number 9. Liberia (World ranking 59th)
Liberia officially the Republic of Liberia, is a country on the West African coast. It is bordered by Sierra Leone to its northwest, Guinea to its north, Ivory Coast to its east, and the Atlantic Ocean to its south-southwest. It covers an area of 111,369 square kilometres (43,000 sq mi) and has a population of around 4,900,000. English is the official language, but over 20 indigenous languages are spoken, representing the numerous ethnic groups who make up more than 95% of the population. The country's capital and largest city is Monrovia.
Number 8. Senegal (58th)
Senegal officially the Republic of Senegal, is a country in West Africa. Senegal is bordered by Mauritania in the north, Mali to the east, Guinea to the southeast, and Guinea-Bissau to the southwest. Senegal also surrounds The Gambia, a country occupying a narrow sliver of land along the banks of the Gambia River, which separates Senegal's southern region of Casamance from the rest of the country. Senegal also shares a maritime border with Cape Verde. Senegal's economic and political capital is Dakar.

Number 7. Tanzania (World ranking 54th)
Tanzania is the largest East African nation. Apart from the tranquillity associated with the country, the highest mountain in Africa (Mount Kilimanjaro) is located in the country. Other notable tourist attraction in the country include the Serengeti National Park, Mikumi National Park Selous Game Reserve, Ngongoro crater amongst others.

Number 6. Sierra Leone (World ranking 52nd)
Known for its previous bouts of war and conflicts, the tiny West African nation has gradually evolved into a safe haven for tourists. The capital of the country is Freetown hence the popular saying there’s nothing Free even in Freetown (lol). Level of literacy in the country still remains low as only a third of the country’s population have the ability to read and write.

Number 5. Zambia (World ranking 48th):
The landlocked Southern Africa nation was formerly referred to as Northern Rhodesia before its independence in 1964. The Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world is located in the country. The Lake Tanganyika also found in Zambia is the second largest and deepest freshwater lake in the world.

Number 4. Ghana (World ranking 44th)
The West African country known for an abundance of gold is one of the peaceful spots ranked by the peace index. The country is known strategically as the gateway to Africa due to its location on the map of Africa. The capital of the country is called Accra and is absolutely a beautiful place to visit.

Number 3. Malawi (World ranking 40th)
The landlocked country in the east of the continent ranks as the 45th most peaceful country in the world. The country is renowned for a specific type of fish known as the chambo fish which unfortunately is now an endangered species due to its consumption by the locals. The hospitality of its people makes the country a tourist destination.

Number 2. Botswana (World ranking 30th)
This is another country in Southern Africa known for peace. It is home to the Okavango Delta which is the largest inland delta in the world. It is a well-known tourist destination as it possesses the biggest concentration of elephants in the world.

Number 1.Mauritius (World ranking 24th):
The country known as the ‘Star and Key of the Indian Ocean’ has the highest population density on the continent. Its population is made up majorly of Hindus. The country has a population of about 1.3 million and was home to the now extinct dodo bird

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