Geography

Which country is the northernmost in Africa?

Tunisia

Background

Most people guess Morocco, but Africa's northernmost point actually sits in Tunisia. The tip is called Ras ben Sakka and reaches further north than Tangier. From there to Sicily is only about 140 kilometers. A surprise fact for any map lover.

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