2019 is here and if you are planning a nice holiday vacation across Africa here are the 10 safest countries to visit according to IEP’s Global Peace Index. Africa is home to some 1.1billion people and the second most populous continent in the world behind Asia.Most foreign media gives the impression that African countries are not safe and prone to frequent crisis. The truth is though there are some war-zones in the continent it is not as many as the press makes us believe. There happens to be more peaceful countries and safe places in Africa than the violent areas.

Top 11 Safest Countries in Africa 2019

1. Mauritius
Port Louis, the wealthiest city on this continent is located in this country, perhaps this is one good reason to visit Mauritius. The national language of Mauritius is English and there is a very low crime rate in the country. Mauritius is a perfect tropical tourist destination for a lot of people with many amazing sights for you to enjoy.

2. Botswana
Botswana was once a British Colony but since it got freed and became their own nation, Botswana has one of the stablest democracy in Africa which makes the place an ideal destination for any kind of traveler.

Exploring the country is safe and easy. Actually, you wouldn’t have a problem getting around here as almost everyone speaks English. During your stay don’t forget to try a “mokoro” ride to have a unique canoeing experience!

Another incredible thing to do here is to enjoy the wildlife, watch the everyday life of the zebras, elephants, and hippos in their natural habitats!

3. Ghana:
Ghana was rated the most peaceful country in Africa by the Global Peace Index in the year 2008. Ghana is a democratic state and elections and transitions of governments has been held peacefully over the years.

Ghana is currently locked in a Jollof rice supremacy war with Nigeria. perhaps you could offer your verdict after a visit!

4. Namibia
Namibia will not fail to offer you an adventure of a lifetime as it is also one of the most stable countries in Africa.

When visiting the country, don’t forget to check out Etosha National Park where you can see 114 families of mammals and over 300 species of birds!

Hire a truck that will make you have closer wildlife encounters and get ready for some epic adventures.

5. Angola
This rich oil-producing country located in Southern Africa is one of the most peace-loving countries in Africa. Angola is not just among the safest countries in Africa buh also one of the most developed African countries.

6. Morocco
This country is ruled by a King and is the only North African country not to be affected by the Arab uprising. Morocco is the most peaceful North African and is a very nice location for vacations and tourism. Morocco’s peaceful state is mainly due to good governance, economic and political policies.

7. Malawi
Not even a decade ago, Malawi wasn’t a good place to travel for foreign adventurers, but because of the new-found government and economic boom, this country is now one of the best African countries to visit.

Most travelers go to the rural parts of the country as getting along with and getting to know the local Malawian can be a one of a kind experience.

8. Ethiopia
Though this country was formerly plagued by famine and crises it has since gone past those days and is now a safe and peaceful, currently one of the safest countries in Africa.

9. Seychelles
Seychelles is another must-visit gem in Africa. The country hardly delivers bad news on TV and the internet and it has beautiful and peaceful places to go like Petite Anse and Mahe where you are able to experience an easy-going lifestyle. Seychelles has converted many of its small islands to national parks. This is the way of their government to keep the picturesque beauty of the country while allowing travelers to see it for themselves!

10. Kenya
President Uhuru Kenyatta has been doing virtually everything right since he became president and this has mad Kenya a tourist destination in Africa.

Just like any other country, it is important to look after your valuables as petty crime is still widespread. While in the country, you will feel overjoyed with the kindness Kenyans will offer you during your stay.

There you have it, the top 10 safest countries to visit in Africa this 2019. Africa doesn’t have a positive reputation in terms of safety but be well aware that a lot of stereotypes you might have heard are derived from false deceptions and there are tons of safe places to travel in Africa.

But then again, this reputation did not come completely just out of the blue; however, these countries mentioned above offer a better safety to both locals and foreign visitors than it had before.

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All I know say my dear country no go dey there

Ethiopia?angola?Kenya?

If Ethiopia is safe then Nigeria is heaven.

The people that don't watch news will believe this crap.

But yes they are. "Relatively" peacefulnespeaceful

OP pls which of this countries will be the best to migrate to and settle down.

Just migrate to borno, maiduguri precisely.
They also give scholarships and accommodation to new immigrants.

Depends where you are at and who you know. Those 2 Euro women got raped and had their heads cut off in the Atlas Mountain in Morocco. The perps made a video of it also.