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Africa, one of the world’s seven continents, differs distinctly from others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experts widely believe humans first emerged there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa boasts a rich variety of cultures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has a diverse and rich cultural legacy, abundant natural resources, and breath-taking tourist sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also has a breathtaking range of landscapes, including enormous deserts, tropical rain forests, rocky mountains, and lush grasslands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The continent also has a greater diversity of flora and animals than any other continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every year, a growing number of travellers from all around the world visit this amazing continent to admire its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These 5 fascinating facts about Africa are essential to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fascinating Facts About Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Africa is the second-largest continent in the world<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Covering over 11 million square miles, Africa comprises 20% of Earth’s land and 5.7% of its surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, Southern Africa, and West Africa are its five sub-sections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most intriguing facts about Africa is that the continent’s width and length are roughly equal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa stretches 4,504 miles from Cape Town, South Africa, to Tripoli, Libya, and 4,355 miles from Dakar to Mogadishu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its fascinating geography and intriguing history combine to make it a continent with astounding biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are 54 nations and many disputed regions. Before it was divided into Sudan and South Sudan, Sudan was the largest country in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of size, Algeria is currently the biggest nation in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cairo is both Egypt’s largest city and its capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The idea that Africa is mostly isolated from the world is common, but it’s far from reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Strait of Gibraltar, less than 9 miles from Africa, separates Morocco from Spain. Ferries connect Africa to Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 1,404,827,471 inhabitants or about 16.72% of the world’s population, Africa is the second-largest continent (as of July 2022). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa, as the second-largest continent, unsurprisingly holds the most genetically diverse population on the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: The African Travel Experience: Safety Tips for Exploring the Continent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Between 1500-2000 languages are spoken in Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Africa has at least 3,000 ethnic groups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over 2,000 languages and dialects are spoken across the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arabic is the most common language in Africa, followed by English, Swahili, and French.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria, the most populous nation in Africa, is home to over 500 different languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This makes it one of the countries with the highest concentration of linguistic diversity worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa’s relative uniformity is one of the noticeable distinctions between it and most other language regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experts classify almost all African languages into four major phyla: Afroasiatic, Nilo-Saharan, Niger-Congo, and Khoesan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inter-ethnic communication involves the usage of about a hundred different languages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arabic<\/a>, Somali<\/a>, Berber<\/a>, Amharic<\/a>, Oromo<\/a>, Igbo<\/a>, Swahili<\/a>, Hausa, Manding and Yoruba are spoken by tens of millions of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: The Rich Diversity of African Languages and Their Importance<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa is the source of the world’s longest river<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Nile River<\/a>, which empties into the Mediterranean Sea at a length of 4,258 miles (6,853 kilometres), is the longest river in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It passes through 11 nations on its way north: Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan, Sudan, and Egypt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, it was essential to the growth of ancient Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ancient Egyptians invented irrigation techniques to maximise the amount of land they could use for agriculture and feed a thriving population. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the river still acts as a source of irrigation and a crucial waterway for trade and transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The White Nile, Blue Nile, and Atbara are its three principal tributaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is home to the world’s oldest university<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The University of Karueein<\/a>, also known as the Athens of Africa, was established in Fez, Morocco, in 859 AD by Fatima al-Fihri<\/a> and was first known as a madrassa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is the oldest continuously running educational institution in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The oldest university in Europe was established in Bologna, Italy, in 1088.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The university was originally built as a sizable mosque before becoming a centre for learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The University of Al Quaraouiyine, which was founded as a Madrasa (Islamic School) by Al-Fihri, is still in operation today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is the oldest continuously operating educational institution in the world and the first to grant degrees in Islamic studies, mathematics, language, and medicine at various levels of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a focus on classical Arabic language, linguistics, and law, the University of Al Quaraouiyine today confers degrees in Islamic, theological, and legal subjects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This state-run institution was established in 1963. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s interesting to note that instruction is still given in a very traditional way, with students seated in a semi-circle around a Sheikh (an Islamic scholar) who directs them to read certain passages of books, quizzes them on issues of grammar, law, or interpretation, and clarifies complex ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The oldest library in existence is located next to the mosque and the University of Al Quaraouiyine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After a significant refurbishment led by another woman, this time the architect Aziza Chaouni<\/a>, the library should soon be reopened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: African Literature: Examining the Works of the Continent\u2019s Greatest Writers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The richest man ever was an African<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Musa I of Mali, also known as Mansa Musa<\/a>, is regarded as one of the richest people in history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the rich Sahelian kingdoms that grew along the Saharan slave trade routes in the later medieval era was the Mali Empire, which had Musa as its eleventh emperor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Musa ascended to the throne in 1312 as the ruler of the Mali Empire in West Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The kingdom was already affluent at that time. Mansa Musa, however, brought Mali greater prosperity, utilising the area’s natural riches, such as salt and gold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As he extended his authority there, Mansa Musa significantly impacted numerous nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He was so wealthy that when Musa decided to perform the Hajj in 1324\u20131325, he literally carpeted the road to Mecca with gold and established his empire as a global power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Musa was renowned for his benevolence and religiosity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Friday during his tour, he constructed a mosque and distributed so much gold that it caused a twelve-year economic downturn in some parts of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest empires in West Africa was the Mali Empire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The culture of West Africa today has been greatly influenced by the spread of its language, laws, and practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Estimates of his net worth at the time of his death in 1937, adjusted for the late 2000s, range between US$300 billion and US$400 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: Mansa Musa: The Downfall of the Richest Man in History<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Africa’s vast history, cultural diversity, and natural wonders make it a continent of unparalleled intrigue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From its stunning landscapes and rich languages to its ancient universities and remarkable leaders, Africa’s contributions to the world are immense and enduring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re drawn to its vibrant cultures or captivated by its natural beauty, Africa offers endless opportunities for exploration and learning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we continue to uncover more about this incredible continent, it\u2019s clear that Africa’s significance, both historically and today, is truly extraordinary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dive deeper into Africa’s story, and you’ll discover even more reasons to be fascinated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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