How many countries are there in Africa?
As of 2021, there are 54 recognized sovereign states in Africa. These countries are members of the African Union, which is a continental union consisting of all 55 countries on the African continent.
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How many countries are there in Africa?

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As of 2021, there are 54 recognized sovereign states in Africa. These countries are members of the African Union, which is a continental union consisting of all 55 countries on the African continent.