5 Poorest Countries In The World

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 5 poorest countries in the world. To read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to see the 30 Poorest Countries in the World.

5. Niger

GDP Per Capita: $1,580

Population: 27.07 Million

Located in West Africa, Niger has a GDP of $42.74 billion. With a population of 27.07 million and a GDP per capita of $1,580, Niger ranks fifth among the poorest countries in the world.

4. Mozambique

GDP Per Capita: $1,580

Population: 33.9 Million

Mozambique is a country in Southeast Africa and has a GDP of $53.71 billion. With a GDP per capita of $1,580, Mozambique makes it to our list of the poorest countries in the world.

3. Democratic Republic of the Congo

GDP Per Capita: $1,510

Population: 99.95 Million

Democratic Republic of the Congo is a Central African country with a GDP of $150.88 billion. The country has a population of 99.95 million and a GDP per capita of $1,510. Democratic Republic of the Congo is the third poorest country in the world.

2. Burundi

GDP Per Capita: $890.18

Population: 12.98 Million

Located in East Africa, Burundi is one of the poorest economies with a GDP of $11.55 billion. The country has a population of 12.98 million and a GDP per capita of $890.18. Burundi is the second poorest country in the world.

1. South Sudan

GDP Per Capita: $475.81

Population: 15.01 Million

Officially the Republic of South Sudan is the poorest country on our list. South Sudan has a population of 15.01 million and a GDP of $7.14 billion. 

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