African Countries Bordering the Red Sea

The Red Sea separates Africa from the Arabian Peninsula. Four African countries have Red Sea coastlines:

1. Egypt – Sinai Peninsula and mainland coast (Suez to Hala’ib Triangle).
2. Sudan – Long coast (Port Sudan major port); disputed Hala’ib Triangle with Egypt.
3. Eritrea – Entire eastern border; key ports: Massawa, Assab.
4. Djibouti – Strategic coast at Bab el-Mandeb; hosts foreign military bases.

Non-African Red Sea Coasts

• Saudi Arabia (east)
• Yemen (east/south)
• Israel (Gulf of Aqaba)
• Jordan (Gulf of Aqaba)

The Red Sea is a vital global shipping lane (Suez Canal) and biodiversity hotspot (coral reefs).