Nigeria and South Africa have been among Africa’s top three economies since 1960

Over the past six decades, African economies have experienced both rapid growth and severe contractions.

Nigeria and South Africa, often considered the continent’s economic heavyweights, have consistently ranked among Africa's top three economies since 1960.

North African Libya, Algeria and Egypt have also been in the top three in the period.

As of 2023, Egypt led the continent's GDP rankings.

Source:

World Bank

Period:

1960 - 2023
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