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Which oceans and seas border Africa?

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A map of the continent of Africa, including its countries, boundaries, and capital cities. It also shows parts of Europe and Asia and surrounding bodies of water, including the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, and Indian Ocean.
Africa

Africa is bounded by several major bodies of water:

  • West: The Atlantic Ocean borders the continent to the west.1
  • North: The Mediterranean Sea lies to the north.1
  • East: The Red Sea and the Indian Ocean border the continent to the east.1
  • South: The southern coast is defined by the mingling waters of the Atlantic and Indian oceans.1

Additionally, the Horn of Africa is specifically surrounded by the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the Indian Ocean.2