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Do traditional healers or witch doctors still exist in Africa?

Yes, in many areas traditional healers or witch doctors still play a role in society and traditional religion. The role of these individuals, also known

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What religions are commonly practiced in Africa?

The most commonly practiced religions in Africa are Christianity and Islam. The two religions contest which is larger but a rough estimate in 2000 polled

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How many languages are spoken across the continent of Africa?

Linguists estimate that over 2,000 languages are spoken across the continent. The languages fall into 6 distinct categories: Afroasiatic, Nilo-Saharan, Niger-Congo, Khoe, Austronesian, and Indo-European.

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Which animals make up the Big 5?

Lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. The Big 5 got their title because they are considered the hardest African mammals to hunt on foot.

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Are there any customs and traditions in Africa that are common?

Customs vary from country to country and your best bet is to consult a country-specific travel guide for accurate information. One custom that is generally

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Any precautions for females travelling to Africa?

The best precautions that a female traveler can take in Africa are to respect local clothing customs. While you may feel uncomfortable or 'not yourself'

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Do you know the most visited country in Africa?

In 2007, Egypt had approximately 10 million visitors. South Africa came in second with approximately 9 million visitors.

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African country with the highest literacy rate is?

Seychelles had the highest literacy rate at 91.8% in 2009.

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African country with the highest literacy rate?

Seychelles had the highest literacy rate at 91.8% in 2009.

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Which African animals are on the endangered list ?

Commonly known African animals on the endangered list include the African wild dog, the black rhinoceros, cheetahs, chimpanzees, the dugong (a rare relative of the

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Which African territories still remain under foreign control?

Spain controls the enclave territories Ceuta and Melilla, the Canary Islands and Madeira. The islands of Réunion are under French control.

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When did the decolonization of Africa start?

The decolonization of Africa occurred largely after World War II. The social and financial toll of the war made it difficult for many colonial powers

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Which countries were involved in the colonization of African territories?

During the New Imperialism period (roughly 1880 to the beginning of World War I) France, Spain, Italy, England, Germany, Belgium, and Portugal were involved in

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Who is Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela?

Rolihlahla Mandela was born into the Madiba clan in Mvezo, Transkei, on July 18, 1918, to Nonqaphi Nosekeni and Nkosi Mphakanyiswa Gadla Mandela, principal counsellor

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What year did Apartheid end?

Facing mounting economic sanctions and moral denouncement from the international community, negotiations to dismantle apartheid were conducted between 1990 and 1993 under President F. W.

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What is 'Apartheid'?

Apartheid was a system of legal racial segregation instituted by the National Party of South Africa in 1948. The word 'apartheid' itself is Afrikaans for

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African countries that cross the equator are?

The equator passes through six African countries: Gabon, Congo, The Democratic Republic Congo, Uganda,Kenya, and Somalia.

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Which six countries are not in Sub-Saharan Africa?

There are six countries that are not geographically part of Sub-Saharan Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and the Western Sahara (claimed by Morocco).

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Do you know the geographical regions of Africa?

Africa is commonly divided into 5 regions: Northern Africa, Western Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, and Southern Africa.

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The largest desert in Africa is?

The Sahara desert is the largest desert in Africa. It is 3,500,000 square miles (9,000,000 square miles)

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What is the longest river in Africa?

The longest river in Africa is the Nile, stretching 4,000 miles, or 6,500 km, from Uganda to Egypt. The Nile is the longest river in

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Can anyone hike Mt. Kilimanjaro?

Yes. Kilimanjaro is open to hikers year-round, but you can only hike with an organized tour operator and along established routes. The routes vary in

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What is the name of the highest mountain in Africa?

Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania: 5,891.8 m (19,330 ft).

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What is the largest lake in Africa?

Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa, covering 26,600 square miles (68,800 square kilometers). Lake Victoria is the world's third largest freshwater lake and

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Which countries are landlocked in Africa?

There are 15 landlocked countries in Africa, including Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, the Central African Republic, Chad, Ethiopia, Lesotho, Malawi, Mali, Niger, Rwanda, Swaziland, Uganda,

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What is the smallest country in Africa?

Seychelles is the smallest African country, with 174 square miles (451 km²).

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The largest African country is which one?

The largest African country is Sudan, with 967,499 square miles (2,505,810 km²).

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What is the least populated country in Africa ?

Seychelles is the least populated African country, with 84,000 people.

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History of Africa

History of Africa borders after slavery and how, when, who created the borders of Africa countries. Before, Africa was divided into tribes. That it was