Why the number of african nations playing football are very little comparing to european countries

Question

Why the number of african nations playing football are very little comparing to european countries

Answer 1

because Africa has great players and could be a very rich and prosperous place, but some people would not like that, I imagine. I hope its day comes, though. It could be no. 1. easily if given the help needed.

Answer 2

They had sixteen countries competing in the African Nations Cup earlier this year. That's not too bad and they had their European based players available.