Countries in Middle Africa
Middle Africa (also called Central Africa) is a vast, largely forested region centered on the Congo Basin — home to the world's second largest tropical rainforest after the Amazon. The region includes the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon, and the Central African Republic. Despite immense natural wealth in timber, minerals, and hydropower potential, the region faces significant governance and development challenges.
Complete list of countries in middle africa
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Equatorial Guinea | 1.67M |
| 2 |  Chad | 19.34M |
| 3 |  São Tomé and Príncipe | 209.6K |
| 4 |  Central African Republic | 6.47M |
| 5 |  South Sudan | 15.79M |
| 6 |  DR Congo | 112.83M |
| 7 |  Republic of the Congo | 6.14M |
| 8 |  Angola | 36.17M |
| 9 |  Cameroon | 29.44M |
| 10 |  Gabon | 2.47M |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries are in Middle Africa?
Middle Africa (Central Africa) includes the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Chad, Angola, and São Tomé and Príncipe.
What is Middle Africa known for?
Middle Africa is known for the Congo Rainforest (the world's second largest tropical forest), extraordinary biodiversity including mountain gorillas and forest elephants, vast mineral wealth, and the Congo River — Africa's largest river by volume.
What is the most populated country in Middle Africa?
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the most populated country in Middle Africa with over 100 million people, making it the fourth most populated country in Africa.