Western Africa

Western Africa is a subregion of Africa, comprising 17 countries. Explore each one's capital, population, area and key facts.

Countries in Western Africa: FAQ

How many countries are in Western Africa?

Western Africa, a subregion of Africa, has 17 countries.

Which countries are in Western Africa?

Western Africa comprises Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Saint Helena, Senegal, Sierra Leone, The Gambia , Togo.