Top 12 Poorest Countries in Africa right now – Guess which is number 1?? (+Photos)

5. LIBERIA

GDP Per Capita: $454

Liberia, one of the unique nations in Africa that was not colonized by Europe rather it was colonized by freed slaves from America. These slaves established a government that closely matches that of the United States of America. Currently, about 85% of the population live below $1. The period of war and political instability was among the major contributors to the poor state of economy in Liberia.