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This comprehensive overview explores the significant historical and contemporary issues facing Africa, including the effects of land grabs displacing subsistence farmers and altering community structures. Highlighting critical events such as the Berlin Conference and the Scramble for Africa, it examines how European colonization, Muslim conquests, and modern multinational corporations have shaped the continent's geopolitical landscape. Using visuals and data, we delve into population statistics, ethnic diversity, and the challenges posed by the ongoing global food crisis, shedding light on the ongoing struggles within Africa.
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Peters Projection (1974) West Wing video clip
Continental Population Statistics(in millions) Source: How Europe Underdeveloped Africa
Land Grabs “Land grabs displace subsistence farmers and farming communities, making it necessary for inhabitants to seek opportunities elsewhere. The amount of African land sold annually to multi-national corporations has increased from 10 million acres to about 110 million acres between 2008 and early 2010- the size of California and West Virginia combined. Over 70% of these land deals are concentrated in Mali, Libya, Sudan, Ethiopia, Madagascar and Mozambique. The rise in land deals in Africa is partly due to the global food crisis.” (Sojourner Project)