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Explore the rich and diverse cuisines of Africa by region.


West Africa
13 countriesBold, vibrant and deeply comforting. West African cooking is built on tomatoes, peppers, palm oil and rice — from smoky jollof to rich egusi soup.
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East Africa
13 countriesAromatic and ancient. East African cuisine spans Ethiopian spice stews, Kenyan pilau and coastal Swahili flavours of coconut and lime.
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North Africa
6 countriesLayered and fragrant. North African food is famous for slow-cooked tagines, couscous and warm sweet-savoury spice blends.
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Central Africa
8 countriesEarthy and hearty. Central African cooking celebrates cassava leaves, peanuts, plantain and palm oil in rich, slow-simmered stews.
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Southern Africa
4 countriesA rainbow of influences. Southern African food blends indigenous, Dutch and Malay traditions in dishes like bobotie and braai.
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