Algeria 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿is the largest country in Africa, with a massive Sahara desert and ancient Roman sites such as Timgad and Djemila
Its people include the Amazigh (Berber) culture, which is among the oldest in Africa, with a long tradition of poetry and oral literature. Arabic and French languages spoken side by side have given the country a unique blend of culture.
Political background Algeria’s political evolution was influenced by a very harsh war of independence against France in 1954-1962. Algeria’s military tradition in politics has existed for a considerable time, but nowadays, non-violent protests with demands for democracy and transparent governance have gained popularity through the Hir A land with a deeply ancient history, enormous territory, robust national identity, and dynamic change.
South Africa: 5 Jaw-Dropping Facts You Probably Didn't Know
• Under apartheid, the government secretly planned an underground survival city near Pretoria that would house only the white elite in case of nuclear war. • It is in the south of Africa has an invisible capital; Mahikeng briefly served as one during the time of the Anglo-Boer War. • More plant species live on Table Mountain alone than in the entire United Kingdom • About 80 per cent of the world's mammal-like reptile fossils are in the Karoo Basin, with a rich history recording how reptiles transitioned into mammals and human beings.
• One street in Soweto was the home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Nelson Mandela & Desmond Tutu
The San people of South Africa carry the oldest human DNA on Earth, over 100,000 years old. Politically, South Africa is just as wild: • More than 300 political parties • Parliament fights broadcast live on TV • A record number of no-confidence votes against presidents
• Frail coalition which falls quickly • Anti-apartheid activists also snuck into parliament during the regime Click to watch the full video on why South Africa is different from any other country on Earth.
SIERRA LEONE — QUICK FACTS YOU WON'T BELIEVE! Here is why this country surprised me.
THE PEOPLE Incredibly diverse ethnic groups include the Temne, Mende, Limba & Krio. ✨ Famous for their resilience, having survived war, Ebola, and disasters with unshakeable unity.
The Krio people created a unique Creole culture, which cannot be found anywhere on Earth. THE COUNTRY Some of Africa's MOST BEAUTIFUL beaches-Tokeh, River No. 2… unreal!
Rich in diamonds, gold, and natural resources. Home to the Gola Rainforest, one of West Africa's last untouched rainforests. THE POLITICS An increasingly multi-party democracy, with peaceful elections. Once known for conflict diamonds… now praised for reforms & anti-corruption. Big focus on unity, education & long-term development. What do you think?
MMJWORLDSTORY
Algeria 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿is the largest country in Africa, with a massive Sahara desert and ancient Roman sites such as Timgad and Djemila
Its people include the Amazigh (Berber) culture, which is among the oldest in Africa, with a long tradition of poetry and oral literature. Arabic and French languages spoken side by side have given the country a unique blend of culture.
Political background
Algeria’s political evolution was influenced by a very harsh war of independence against France in 1954-1962. Algeria’s military tradition in politics has existed for a considerable time, but nowadays, non-violent protests with demands for democracy and transparent governance have gained popularity through the Hir
A land with a deeply ancient history, enormous territory, robust national identity, and dynamic change.
2 months ago | [YT] | 2
View 0 replies
MMJWORLDSTORY
South Africa: 5 Jaw-Dropping Facts You Probably Didn't Know
• Under apartheid, the government secretly planned an underground survival city near Pretoria that would house only the white elite in case of nuclear war.
• It is in the south of Africa has an invisible capital; Mahikeng briefly served as one during the time of the Anglo-Boer War.
• More plant species live on Table Mountain alone than in the entire United Kingdom
• About 80 per cent of the world's mammal-like reptile fossils are in the Karoo Basin, with a rich history recording how reptiles transitioned into mammals and human beings.
• One street in Soweto was the home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Nelson Mandela & Desmond Tutu
The San people of South Africa carry the oldest human DNA on Earth, over 100,000 years old.
Politically, South Africa is just as wild:
• More than 300 political parties
• Parliament fights broadcast live on TV
• A record number of no-confidence votes against presidents
• Frail coalition which falls quickly • Anti-apartheid activists also snuck into parliament during the regime Click to watch the full video on why South Africa is different from any other country on Earth.
2 months ago | [YT] | 2
View 0 replies
MMJWORLDSTORY
SIERRA LEONE — QUICK FACTS YOU WON'T BELIEVE!
Here is why this country surprised me.
THE PEOPLE
Incredibly diverse ethnic groups include the Temne, Mende, Limba & Krio.
✨ Famous for their resilience, having survived war, Ebola, and disasters with unshakeable unity.
The Krio people created a unique Creole culture, which cannot be found anywhere on Earth.
THE COUNTRY
Some of Africa's MOST BEAUTIFUL beaches-Tokeh, River No. 2… unreal!
Rich in diamonds, gold, and natural resources.
Home to the Gola Rainforest, one of West Africa's last untouched rainforests.
THE POLITICS
An increasingly multi-party democracy, with peaceful elections. Once known for conflict diamonds… now praised for reforms & anti-corruption. Big focus on unity, education & long-term development.
What do you think?
2 months ago | [YT] | 2
View 0 replies