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Half of Africa’s wealth comes from these 5 countries

Simon Osuji by Simon Osuji
February 19, 2025
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Africa’s economy is vast but highly concentrated. Just five countries, South Africa, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, and Ethiopia, collectively account for half of the continent’s total economic output.

In 2024, Africa’s GDP stands at $2.8 trillion, generated by a population of 1.4 billion people. However, this wealth is far from evenly distributed.

The big five collectively produce $1.4 trillion in GDP, comparable to Florida’s $1.6 trillion economy. Yet, their economic structures and growth drivers are vastly different.

For example, South Africa, Africa’s largest economy, boasts a diverse economic base, with finance, manufacturing, and mining playing critical roles. According to the IMF, the country’s GDP stands at $373.23 billion in 2024. Despite economic challenges such as high unemployment and energy shortages, it remains the continent’s most industrialized economy.

With a GDP of $347.59 billion, Egypt plays a crucial role in global trade, thanks to its control over the Suez Canal, a key passage for ships traveling between Europe and Asia. This strategic waterway generates billions in annual revenue, serving as a major source of foreign exchange for the country. In addition, Egypt’s tourism sector remains a vital economic driver, attracting millions of visitors each year with its rich historical and cultural heritage.

Suez-Canal

Algeria, with a GDP of $267.81 billion is heavily reliant on its vast oil and natural gas reserves. As the world’s 10th-largest natural gas producer and a key supplier to Europe, hydrocarbons account for more than 90% of Algeria’s export earnings and 60% of government revenue.

Rank Country GDP

1

South Africa

373.23B

2

Egypt

347.59B

3

Algeria

266.78B

4

Nigeria

252.74B

5

Ethiopia

205.13B

Nigeria, once Africa’s largest economy by GDP, derives 90% of its export earnings from oil but struggles with challenges such as fluctuating crude prices, inflation, and currency instability. According to the IMF, Nigeria’s GDP stands at $252.74 billion in 2024, now making it the fourth-largest economy on the continent.

Nigeria oil

With a GDP of $156.08 billion, Ethiopia is one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, driven primarily by agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. The country is the largest coffee producer in Africa, with coffee exports generating over $1.3 billion in 2023. However, Ethiopia has been working to diversify its economy by investing in industrial parks, textile manufacturing, and renewable energy.

While these five nations generate nearly half of Africa’s wealth, the remaining 48 countries combined produce the other $1.4 trillion in GDP, highlighting the continent’s economic imbalance.

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