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Which African countries have the highest literacy rates?

The African countries with the highest literacy rates include Seychelles, Equatorial Guinea, and South Africa. Seychelles has a nearly universal literacy rate (99%), while Equatorial Guinea (91%) and South Africa also boast high literacy rates (90%).

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