How many lava dammed lakes are their in Africa?

There are approximately 18 lava dammed lakes in Africa. These lakes are formed when lava flows block river valleys, creating natural dams that hold back water. Some notable lava dammed lakes in Africa include:

- Lake Kivu, located between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda

- Lake Nyos, located in Cameroon

- Lake Monoun, also located in Cameroon

- Lake Chamo, located in Ethiopia

- Lake Shala, also located in Ethiopia

- Lake Abijatta, another lake found in Ethiopia

- Lake Haromaya, situated in Kenya

- Lake Chala, found between Kenya and Tanzania

- Lake Maninjau, located in Indonesia

Lava dammed lakes are often associated with significant geological activity, volcanic eruptions, and geothermal potential.