By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
English is one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa, serving as an official or national language in many countries.
Reports made it known that while it is not the native tongue of most African nations, proficiency levels vary significantly.
Here are five African countries where English is spoken fluently and widely understood:
5. Uganda
English is Uganda’s official language and is widely spoken, especially in urban areas. It is the primary language of education, government, and media. In cities like Kampala, many Ugandans speak fluent English, often blending it with local dialects.
4. Ghana
Ghana’s official language is English, and it is spoken fluently nationwide. It serves as the primary medium for education, business, and governance. Despite the presence of many indigenous languages, English remains the dominant means of communication.
3. Kenya
English is one of Kenya’s official languages, alongside Swahili. It is widely spoken, especially in major cities like Nairobi. Kenya’s education system places a strong emphasis on English, and many Kenyans mix it with Swahili in daily conversations.
2. South Africa
With eleven official languages, English plays a crucial role in South Africa as the primary language for business, government, and media. While accents and dialects vary, urban populations—especially younger generations—speak English fluently.
1. Nigeria
As Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria has the highest number of English speakers. English is the official language, used in government, education, and business. In urban centers like Lagos and Abuja, English proficiency is comparable to that of native-speaking countries.
These countries have deeply integrated English into their daily lives, education systems, and official institutions. Their high fluency levels make them stand out as Africa’s top English-speaking nations.