Zimbabwe’s population is approximately 16.67 million as of 2024, growing steadily at about 2% per year. The country is rich in natural resources with over 40 minerals, including gold, platinum group metals (PGMs), diamonds, coal, and lithium. It has the world’s second-largest platinum reserves, around 2.8 billion ounces of PGMs, along with significant chromium deposits…
The Republic of Congo, or Congo-Brazzaville, located in west-central Africa, covers 342,000 square kilometers with plenty of natural resources that support its economy. Oil is the main resource, accounting for about 90% of exports. Key offshore sites like Moho-Bilondo and Likoula help Congo rank seventh in oil production in Africa. Over 60% of the country…
Tunisia has various natural resources, including phosphates, crude oil, natural gas, water, and farmland. Phosphate mining is mainly in Gafsa. It used to be a key part of the economy, but output has dropped due to social unrest. Oil reserves are around 400 million barrels. One of the main fields is Sidi el Kilani in…
Uganda, known as the “Pearl of Africa,” is home to exceptional biodiversity and stunning landscapes, including Lake Victoria, the world’s second-largest freshwater lake. The country is also rich in natural resources that significantly impact its economy and livelihoods. Uganda’s fertile soils support agriculture, which employs over 70% of Ugandans and accounts for 27% of its…
Zambia has around 6% of the world’s proven copper reserves, ranking fourth globally and second in Africa. It’s also a top producer of cobalt and semi-precious stones like emeralds, amethyst, and aquamarine. Rivers like the Zambezi and Kafue have strong hydropower potential, while fertile land and forests support farming and biodiversity. Mining has driven Zambia’s…
Tanzania, located in East Africa, is known for its wildlife and natural resources. About 43.7% of its land is protected and includes places like the Serengeti and Kilimanjaro National Parks. The country has minerals like gold, diamonds, coal, and tanzanite. In 2015, gold made $1.3 billion and was 90% of mineral exports. Tanzania also has…
Sudan has lots of natural resources that have helped the country’s economy. Petroleum is a major export, making up about 80% of total exports, especially from the Upper Nile region. Gold is another important resource, found in quartz veins, Parenthesis Gossan, and alluvial formations. Gold production grew by over 1,200% from 2008 to 2017. The…
South Sudan, the world’s youngest country, gained independence in 2011. It covers 644,329 square kilometers and has a population of around 15.8 million as of 2025. The nation has rich natural resources, with oil accounting for about 98% of government revenue, currently producing 140,000 barrels a day, expected to reach 350,000 by 2026. It also…
South Africa has a wealth of natural resources that have made the country a top global supplier of raw materials. It produces over 10% of the world’s gold from more than 30 active mines and holds about 38% of total gold reserves. The country is number one in platinum and chromium production, with nearly two-thirds…
Somalia is rich in natural resources, including minerals, fossil fuels, fisheries, and agricultural land. The country has valuable mineral reserves, including uranium, iron ore, tin, gypsum, bauxite, copper, and salt. The gypsum deposits near the port city of Berbera are among the largest in the world. Somalia also has large oil and natural gas reserves,…
