African Geography – Population Density Which of the following is the most densely populated country in Africa (by people per km², based on widely cited rankings in general-knowledge sources)?

Introduction / Context:
Africa includes several very densely populated countries despite large areas of sparsely populated land elsewhere. General-knowledge rankings often highlight Rwanda (and sometimes Burundi and Mauritius) among the leaders in population density. This question asks you to identify the country most frequently cited at the top in GK references.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• We compare population density (population per km²) at the national scale.
• Small island states (e.g., Mauritius) can be very dense, but continental micro-states can also rank high.
• Standard exam keys commonly name Rwanda as most densely populated in Africa.

Concept / Approach:
Although exact rankings can shift with new census estimates, Rwanda has long been recognized for extremely high rural population densities relative to its land area. Burundi and Mauritius are also very dense, but many GK compilations and school texts list Rwanda as the densest. The safest selection for competitive-exam style questions is Rwanda unless a specific data year is requested.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:
Recent statistical tables commonly report Rwanda’s density above 500 people/km², comparable to or exceeding other African countries in many compilations used for exams, supporting the choice.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• Mauritius / Burundi: Both are highly dense, yet are typically ranked below Rwanda in many GK sources.
• Sierra Leone: Nowhere near the extreme densities of the top three.

Common Pitfalls:
Assuming island micro-states automatically top the list. While Mauritius is dense, GK keys often emphasize Rwanda as the densest in Africa.

Final Answer:
Rwanda