Africa is a large continent with 54 countries, each with its own government led by a president or head of state. While the particular title varies by country, the most common title used is “President,” which refers to the country’s leader. Presidents are elected by the population of each country in a democratic process, which means that every person has the opportunity to vote for their preferred candidate.
These votes are tallied, and the candidate with the most votes wins the election and becomes president. A president’s role is significant and encompasses many parts of a country’s administration. The president serves as the ceremonial figurehead and represents the country at national and international events the most of the time, but they also visit projects, houses, and people.
Core Duties Of The Presidents
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Upholding and defending the constitution of the country.
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Setting policy agenda, making important decisions, and ensuring the implementation of laws and policies.
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Appointing and managing the cabinet which consists of ministers and other executive officials.
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Working with the armed forces to make decisions related to defense and national security.
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Engaging in diplomacy, negotiating alliances, and promoting the country’s interest.
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Guiding economic policies and promoting economic growth.
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Coordinating relief efforts, mobilizing resources, and prioritizing the welfare of the citizens.
Countries And Names Of The 54 African Presidents
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Algeria – Abdelmadjid Tebboune
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Angola – João Lourenço
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Benin – Patrice Guillaume Athanase Talon
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Botswana – Mokgweetsi Masisi
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Burkina Faso – Ibrahim Traore
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Burundi – Evariste Ndayishimiye
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Cameroon- Paul Biya
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Cape Verde – José Maria Neves
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Central African Republic – Faustin-Archange Touadéra
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Chad Mahamat Déby (Interim, Military Junta)
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Comoros – Azali Assoumani
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Republic of the Congo – Denis Sassou Nguesso
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Democratic Republic of the Congo – Félix Tshisekedi
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Djibouti – Ismaïl Omar Guelleh
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Egypt – Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
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Equatorial Guinea – Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo
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Eritrea – Isaias Afwerki
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Eswatini – Mswati II
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Ethiopia – Sahle-Work Zewde
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Gabon – Ali Bongo Ondimba
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The Gambia – Adama Barrow
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Ghana – Nana Akufo-Addo
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Guinea – Mamady Doumbouya
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Guinea-Bissau – Umaro Sissoco Embaló
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Ivory Coast – Alassane Ouattara
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Kenya – William Ruto
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Lesotho – Letsie
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Liberia – George Weah
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Libya – Mohamed al-Menfi
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Madagascar – Andry Rajoelina
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Malawi – Lazarus Chakwera
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Mali – Assimi Goïta
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Mauritania – Mohamed Ould Ghazouani
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Mauritius – Prithvirajsing Roopun
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Morocco – Mohammed VI
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Mozambique – Filipe Nyusi
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Namibia – Hage Geingob
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Niger – Mohamed Bazoum
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Nigeria – Bola Tinubu
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Rwanda – Paul Kagame
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São Tomé and Príncipe – Carlos Vila Nova
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Senegal – Macky Sall
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Seychelles – Wavel Ramkalawan
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Sierra Leone – Julius Maada Bio
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Somalia – Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
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South Africa – Cyril Ramaphosa
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South Sudan – Salva Kiir Mayardit
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Sudan – Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Tanzania – Samia Suluhu Hassan
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Togo – Faure Gnassingbé
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Tunisia – Kais Saied
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Uganda – Yoweri Museveni
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Zambia – Hakainde Hichilema
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Zimbabwe – Emmerson Mnangagwa
This list includes the current presidents of all 54 African countries. While some may wonder if they are paid the same as salaries, it is crucial to remember that each country has a unique economic situation, and while some are highly developed, others are not. As a result, each African President’s salary varies.
Monthly Salaries And Allowances Of All African Presidents
Country |
Annual Salary of the President |
Algeria |
DA 8,400,000 |
Angola |
Kz 7,681 200 |
Benin |
USD 29,820 |
Botswana |
P1,075, 056 |
Burundi |
USD 47,300 |
Cameroon |
USD 620,976 |
Cape Verde |
USD 20,360 |
Central Africa republic |
USD 42,524 |
Chad |
USD 16,640 |
Comoros |
USD 117,060 |
Republic of Congo |
USD 108,500 |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
USD 51,400 |
Djibouti |
USD 10,000 |
Egypt |
USD 70,500 |
Equatorial Guinea |
USD 152,680 |
Eritrea |
USD 6,000 |
Eswatini |
USD 56,051 |
Ethiopia |
USD 45,270 |
Gabon |
USD 65,000 |
Country |
Annual Salary of the President |
Gambia |
USD 65,000 |
Ghana |
USD 76,000 |
Guinea |
USD 22,390 |
Guinea Bissau |
USD 6,360 |
Ivory Coast |
USD 100,000 |
Kenya |
USD 192,200 |
Lesotho |
USD 52,778 |
Liberia |
USD 90,000 |
Libya |
USD 105,000 |
Madagascar |
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Malawi |
USD 74,300 |
Mali |
USD 68,900 |
Mauritania |
USD 300,000 |
Mauritius |
USD 93,783 |
Morocco |
USD 488,604 |
Mozambique |
USD 48,800 |
Namibia |
USD 99,241 |
Niger |
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Nigeria |
USS 69, 500 |
Country |
Annual Salary of Presidents |
Rwanda |
USD 85,000 |
São Tomé and Príncipe |
USD 29,400 |
Senegal |
USD 15,210 |
Seychelles |
USD 23,700 |
Sierra leone |
USD 12,220 |
Somalia |
USD 120,000 |
South Africa |
USD 223,500 |
South Sudan |
USD 60,000 |
Sudan |
USD 29, 320 |
Tanzania |
USD 47,300 |
Togo |
USD |
Tunisia |
USD 16,700 |
Uganda |
USD 183,227 |
Zambia |
USD 63,100 |
Zimbabwe |
USD 149,590 |
Aside from wages, presidents are entitled to other allowances. The allowances also varied between African countries. The following are some of the allowances to which each president may be entitled:
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Housing Allowance
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Travel allowance
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Entertainment allowance
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Communication allowance
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Security allowance
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Medical allowance
These allowances are paid separately from base salary to meet important personal living expenses. While some governments may impose controls on these allowances, others may make more generous allocations to accommodate critical needs.
Also, it is crucial to note that the salaries may not be exactly what the presidents make, but they are near because these compensations are reviewed on a regular basis based on important criteria such as the country’s economy. However, it is common knowledge that presidents are wealthy and powerful individuals, which can be ascribed to their monthly take-home pay and allowances.