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List of Countries in Western Africa

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on April 8, 2013

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· Last updated: June 11, 2018

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1 Western Africa Benin
2 Western Africa Burkina Faso
3 Western Africa Cape Verde
4 Western Africa Ivory Coast
5 Western Africa Gambia
6 Western Africa Ghana
7 Western Africa Guinea
8 Western Africa Guinea-Bissau
9 Western Africa Liberia
10 Western Africa Mali
11 Western Africa Mauritania
12 Western Africa Niger
13 Western Africa Nigeria
14 Western Africa Senegal
15 Western Africa Sierra Leone
16 Western Africa Togo

Key Takeaways

  • Western Africa comprises 16 sovereign countries per the UN geoscheme.
  • The region spans mainland and island nations including Cabo Verde and excludes Saint Helena dependency in this listing.
  • Important regional grouping for trade and finance in Africa’s western subregion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many countries are in Western Africa according to the United Nations?
There are 16 sovereign countries in Western Africa as per the United Nations geoscheme.
Does the list include any overseas territories?
No, this list contains only the 16 sovereign countries and does not include the UK Overseas Territory Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.
Why is Western Africa important for trade?
Western Africa encompasses both mainland and island economies strategic to Atlantic trade routes and regional financial integration.

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