10 Poorest Countries in Africa

In this article we are going to list the 5 poorest countries in Africa. For a detailed coverage of this topic and a more comprehensive list please take a look at the 30 poorest countries in Africa.

10. Lesotho

Total GDP per capita of the country: $1,167

Total GDP of the country (in billions): $3

While Lesotho gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1966, it has been plagued with political instability and slow economic development ever since. A prevalence of HIV has also impacted poverty rates in the country.