How many capital cities does Africa have?

Africa with its beautiful natural features is the world’s second largest continent and comprises of 54 independent sovereign nations recognized by the UN and 4 dependencies and each of these comprise of their own capital cities. Thus the continent approximately has 58 capital cities.

What is the largest capital in Africa?

The largest capital in Africa is Egypt’s capital Cairo. Cairo has a population of approximately 6.6 million and has the 15th-largest metro area in the world. Cairo is known for its architecture and its iconic ancient sites such as the Pyramids of Giza. Cairo is also the third-wealthiest city in Africa.

Which city is the capital of South Africa?

Cape Town, South Africa. South Africa has three cities that serve as capitals: Pretoria (executive), Cape Town (legislative), and Bloemfontein (judicial). Johannesburg, the largest urban area in the country and a centre of commerce, lies at the heart of the populous Gauteng province. Durban, a port on the Indian Ocean, is a major industrial centre.