Africa is one of the most diverse continents in the world. With 54 countries, each has its own unique culture, landscape, and dangers. While some places are relatively safe to visit, others can be extremely dangerous.
Home to 54 countries and over 1.2 billion people. It is also home to some of the world’s most dangerous places. Africa is rife with danger from the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo to the Islamist militant group Boko Haram in Nigeria. Kidnappings, murders, and rapes are all too common, making these some of the most perilous places on earth.
The Dangerous Places In Africa
The Level Meaning
Level 1 is “exercise normal precautions”
Level 2 is “exercise increased caution,”
Level 3 is “reconsider travel”
Level 4 is “do not travel”
For more information about the circumstances that inspire individual travel warnings, consider checking the advisories issued by other governments, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Current U.S. Travel Advisories for African Countries
Below, we have listed all current African travel advisories ranked Level 2 or higher.