What does the cryptic crossword clue "State in Africa confused with next answer (10)" mean?

The definition is "State". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of AFRICA (synonym="AFRICA") + LOIN (synonym="the answer to the next clue, 24a") = CALIFORNIA; definition: "State" The answer is CALIFORNIA.

State in Africa confused with next answer (10)

Independent Cryptic #11780 | 23 Across | 2024-07-12 flower

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