30% of the world's borders are in africa. 60% of disputes that have been taken to international courts over borders come from continent. Many countries against toppling over, but they've still managed to survive and thrive. The same bigotry that existed in 18 84 at the berlin conference exists to day. In many waysas is a success story.
Journalist and writer Dipo Faloyin's new book, Africa Is Not A Country, looks to challenge overly simplistic narratives for one of the most culturally diverse regions on Earth. The African continent is home to over 2,000 languages – from Igbo to Xhosa, Franglais to Yoruba – and comprises countries as politically varied as post-Arab Spring Egypt, fast-growing Ghana, and increasingly authoritarian Rwanda. Joining Dipo to discuss it is our host, the award-winning journalist Yousra Elbagir.
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