The 9 Poorest Countries In The World

#5. Madagascar

Madagascar is an island country in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Southeast Africa. The nation comprises the island of Madagascar (the fourth-largest island in the world), and numerous smaller peripheral islands. The island’s diverse ecosystems and unique wildlife are threatened by the encroachment of the rapidly growing human population and other environmental threats.
GDP per capita: $411.82
Country GDP: $9,980,522,718
Population: 24,235,000
Government type: Republic