[17] it is the continent with the largest number of megafauna species, as it was least affected by the extinction of the pleistocene megafauna. African regions are treated under the titles central africa, eastern africa, north africa, southern africa, and western africa These articles also contain the principal treatment of african historical and cultural development. The african continent has clearly defined borders and consists of 54 recognized sovereign countries The linguistic diversity, with over 3,000 languages spoken, is a testament to the distinct cultures of each country. The african continent has a unique place in human history
Widely believed to be the “cradle of humankind,” africa is the only continent with fossil evidence of human beings (homo sapiens) and their ancestors through each key stage of their evolution. African history africa is a large and diverse continent that extends from south africa northward to the mediterranean sea African art and architecture reflect the diversity of african cultures This map of africa shows seas, country boundaries, countries, capital cities, major cities, islands and lakes in africa 1600x1600px / 677 kb | 1250x1250px / 421 kb author Ontheworldmap.com detailed maps of africa maps of african regions
Africa was the birthplace of human civilization, and the ancient egyptians were one of the most advanced civilizations in the world. 15 ethiopia is the only african country that was never colonized by a european power 16 african masks are an important part of rituals, used in ceremonies to represent ancestors or spirits 17 africa’s art traditions are deeply symbolic, often linked to community, religion, and history.
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