10 Smallest African Countries By Landmass

By Adekunle Agbetiloye

Africa, renowned as the worlds second-largest and second-most-populous continent, boasts an expansive total land area exceeding 11,724,000 square miles (30,365,000 square km), encompassing about one-fifth of the Earths total land surface.

While several African nations boast expansive territories, there are those with comparatively smaller land masses.

Sliced almost evenly by the Equator, the majority of Africa is situated within the tropical region, creating a diverse climatic and geographic landscape.

In an earlier article showcasing the largest African countries by landmass, we noted that Africa being the second-largest continent on Earth, is home to 54 recognized countries, each contributing to the beauty of the continent’s size.

While several African nations boast expansive territories, there are those with comparatively smaller land masses. Despite their size, these nations play distinctive roles, contributing to Africa’s geographical diversity.

From compact nations with coastal hubs, and scorching deserts to those with dense rainforests or endless plains, Africa showcases a remarkable array of geographical wealth.

Below are the smallest African countries by land mass:
Rank      Country      Landmass (Sq.km)
1           Seychelles       460
2           São Tomé
             & Príncipe         960
3            Comoros      1,861
4          Mauritius         2,040
5          Cabo Verde   4,030
6          Gambia         11,300
7          Eswatini      17,360
8          Djibouti         23,200
9          Rwanda         26,340
10       Burundi         27,830

Adekunle is a Senior Reporter at Business Insider Africa with interest in the African economy, technology, energy transition, and climate change. He is passionate about telling the story of an evolving Africa.