2. Liberia

• GDP: $490.41
• Capital: Monrovia

With a population around 4 million, Liberia is one of the few countries in Africa where English is official language. It is the  world’s second poorest country in 2013 with its GDP around $2 billion. Very small GDP when compared to its population, make Liberia one of the poorest countries. This African nation has been plagued with civil wars which has destroyed its infrastructure. It relies on Forests products, minerals and agriculture for revenues.