1 Eastern Africa Comoros
2 Eastern Africa Djibouti
3 Eastern Africa Eritrea
4 Eastern Africa Ethiopia
5 Eastern Africa Kenya
6 Eastern Africa Madagascar
7 Eastern Africa Malawi
8 Eastern Africa Mauritius
9 Eastern Africa Mayotte
10 Eastern Africa Mozambique
11 Eastern Africa Reunion Island
12 Eastern Africa Seychelles
13 Eastern Africa Somalia
14 Eastern Africa Tanzania; officially the United Republic of Tanzania
15 Eastern Africa Uganda
16 Eastern Africa Zambia
17 Eastern Africa Zimbabwe
18 Eastern Africa Burundi
19 Eastern Africa Rwanda
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List of Countries in Eastern Africa
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on April 8, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: June 11, 2018
Key Takeaways
- Eastern Africa comprises 18 countries and 2 overseas territories as per UN geoscheme.
- The region includes mainland nations and Indian Ocean islands like Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Mayotte, and Réunion.
- Definitions of Eastern Africa vary slightly across organizations like UN, AU, and regional blocs such as UN ECA.
- Some territories like Mayotte and Réunion are included for statistical purposes despite being French overseas departments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries are in Eastern Africa according to the UN?
The UN geoscheme classifies Eastern Africa as comprising 18 sovereign countries plus two overseas territories (Mayotte and Réunion) included for statistical purposes.
Are Mayotte and Réunion independent countries?
No, Mayotte and Réunion are French overseas territories included in the Eastern Africa category for statistical purposes, not sovereign states.
Do definitions of Eastern Africa differ?
Yes, definitions vary: the UN geoscheme includes 18 countries and two territories, while other organizations like UN ECA or African regional bodies may include or exclude certain countries.
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