What Seas are Nearest to Africa?

Here are the seas nearest to Africa, going clockwise around the continent:

Atlantic Ocean:

* Mediterranean Sea: Bordering North Africa

* Red Sea: Between Africa and the Arabian Peninsula (considered part of the Indian Ocean by some)

* Atlantic Ocean: Along the west coast of Africa

Indian Ocean:

* Indian Ocean: Along the east coast of Africa

* Mozambique Channel: Between Madagascar and the mainland

* Agulhas Current: A powerful current along the southern tip of Africa

Other Seas:

* Gulf of Guinea: A large indentation along the west coast of Africa

* Gulf of Aden: Between Yemen and Somalia

It's important to note that the Mediterranean Sea is connected to the Atlantic Ocean through the Strait of Gibraltar. The Red Sea connects to the Indian Ocean through the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.