5 Most Powerful Countries in Africa in 2024

4. Algeria

Military Strength Rank: 3

Economic Strength Rank: 4

Political Soft Power Rank: 5

Cultural Influence Rank: 6

Average Rank: 4.5

Algeria is one the most powerful countries in Africa, with a population of over 44 million people. It has the third strongest military in Africa, and in 2022 spent $10 billion in military spending – which was the highest defense expenditure across the continent that year. The country has always focused on building a potent military force due to its long-going dispute with Morocco.