Explore Africa
Explore Africa through its countries, capitals, landscapes, wildlife and influential people. From the Sahara and the Nile to the cultures and cities of the continent, every round builds a broader picture of Africa.
People, places and ideas to know
Africa is the world’s second-largest continent and includes more than fifty countries. Useful names and places to recognise include Nelson Mandela and South Africa, the pyramids of Egypt, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the Serengeti, the Congo Basin and the River Nile. Learning where these people and landmarks belong makes geography questions much easier.
Topics in this quiz
- Countries and capitals
- Landmarks and rivers
- African leaders
- Wildlife and cultures
How the quiz works
Each round contains 15 timed multiple-choice questions. Score at least 10 out of 15 to unlock the next round. Later rounds become more challenging and award more points, while the fifth and final round tests whether you can beat the timer.
Learn while you play
Answers are followed by immediate feedback, helping you recognise what you know and what to revisit. Registered players can save their progress, improve their scores and compete on the World Quiz leaderboard.