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Which country moved its capital in 2024 to a purpose-built city called Nusantara?

Indonesia

Jakarta is sinking (parts by over 10 cm a year) and is badly congested, so Indonesia began relocating its capital to Nusantara on Borneo. Egypt, Kazakhstan and Nigeria all made similar moves earlier.

Which country has the most living languages?

Papua New Guinea, with over 800

Papua New Guinea has more than 800 living languages for about 10 million people, roughly a tenth of all the world's languages. Extremely rugged terrain keeps them distinct.

Which country's most famous export beer is brewed under licence in dozens of countries?

Ireland, with Guinness

Guinness is brewed in many countries, and Nigeria has long been among the largest markets. The Nigerian version is brewed locally and is stronger than the Irish one.

Which country moved its capital from Lagos in 1991?

Nigeria, to Abuja

Abuja was built in the geographic centre, chosen partly as neutral ground between regions and partly because Lagos was severely congested.