Top 5 Countries with Least Smokers

4. Republic of Benin

Estimate of current tobacco smoking prevalence (%): 4.1

The Republic of Benin is a coastal African nation. It has a relatively underdeveloped economy, and large portions of its population rely on agriculture to live and eat. The reliance on agriculture is also translated into Benin’s exports, with the country relying primarily on cotton, oil, and gold to earn foreign exchange. The Benin economy is worth $11 billion, lending it a low GDP per capita of $971. However, it does contribute significantly to Africa’s research output.