I looked at the per capita GDP figures for 2025, and it's really striking to see the gap. The 50 poorest countries in Africa are overwhelmingly at the bottom of this global list—it's crazy.

South Sudan ranks last with only $251 per capita, followed by Yemen at $417. After that, you have Burundi, the Central African Republic, Malawi... all under $600. Even the countries that are a bit better positioned in this top 50 remain below $3,000.

What struck me is that almost all of the lowest positions are occupied by African countries. Of the 50 poorest in the world, the majority are from the continent. India and Bangladesh also appear at the end of the list, but clearly Sub-Saharan Africa dominates this ranking.

It really shows the massive economic disparities that exist. Countries like Congo, Cameroon, Senegal... they are technically above the most extreme, but still far behind global standards.