Top 10 African Countries That Drink The Most Alcohol
Alcohol drinking is a common wonder across the world. Nevertheless, the rate of liquor consumption varies from one area to another. This article presents the top 10 African countries that drink the most alcohol.
In Africa, liquor consumption is an important facet of social culture and is often associated with festivities, social meetings, and religious events.
Top 10 African Countries That Drink The Most Alcohol
NIGERIA
Nigeria is the most dense country in Africa and has the highest alcohol consumption rate on the mainland. According to an announcement by the WHO, Nigeria rates first in alcohol consumption, with an average of 13.4 liters per capita per year. The country’s alcohol market is dominated by beer, which accounts for more than 90% of the alcoholic beverages consumed.
UGANDA
Uganda ranks second in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 11.9 liters per capita per year. The country is known for its conventional drink, “waragi,” which is made from bananas and is widely devoured across the country. The high rate of alcohol consumption in Uganda has been linked to poverty, lack of education, and limited access to clean water.
GABON
Gabon indexes third in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 9.4 liters per capita per year. The nation is known for its production of conventional palm wine, which is widely consumed across the country. Gabon’s high rate of alcohol consumption has been attributed to its oil-rich economy, which has led to a rise in disposable revenue and increased access to alcoholic beverages.
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa is one of the most advanced countries in Africa and has a diverse alcoholic beverage market, including beer, wine, and spirits. The country ranks fourth in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 9.3 liters per capita per year. South Africa is also known for its presentation of wine, with the Western Cape region being a major wine producer. The high rate of alcohol consumption in South Africa has been linked to its history of apartheid, which led to social inequalities and alcohol abuse among the black population.
NAMIBIA
Namibia ranks fifth in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 9.1 liters per capita per year. The nation is known for its production of beer, with the Namibian Breweries being the biggest beer producer in the country. Namibia’s elevated rate of alcohol consumption has been given credit for its mining industry, which has led to increased disposable income and access to alcoholic beverages.
SEYCHELLES
Seychelles is a small peninsula nation in the Indian Ocean and ranks sixth in alcohol consumption in Africa, with a standard of 8.8 liters per capita per year. The country is known for its production of traditional rum, which is widely consumed across the country. Seychelles’ high rate of alcohol consumption has been related to its tourism industry, which has led to boosted access to alcoholic beverages.
BOTSWANA
Botswana ranks seventh in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 7.9 liters per capita per year. The nation is known for its production of traditional beer, which is widely consumed across the country. Botswana’s high rate of liquor consumption has been ascribe to poverty, limited access to clean water, and cultural attitudes towards alcohol.
RWANDA
Rwanda ranks eighth in liquor consumption in Africa, with an average of 7.6 liters per capita per year. The country is known for its production of banana beer, which is widely consumed across the nation. Rwanda’s high rate of alcohol consumption has been related to its past of dispute and trauma, which has led to social and economic challenges.
BURUNDI
Burundi indexes ninth in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 7.3 liters per capita per year. The country is known for its production of banana beer and traditional wine, which are widely used up across the country. Burundi’s high rate of alcohol consumption has been ascribe to poverty, limited access to clean water, and cultural attitudes towards alcohol.
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ESWATINI
Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) is a small landlocked country in Southern Africa and ranks tenth in alcohol consumption in Africa, with an average of 7.2 liters per capita per year. The country is learned for its production of traditional beer, which is widely consumed across the country. Eswatini’s high rate of alcohol consumption has been linked to deprivation, limited access to clean water, and cultural attitudes towards alcohol.
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