Ethnic Groups & Political Boundaries in Africa
By Fauwaz Khan Genocide Watch Mapping Team intern Fauwaz Khan has created an interactive web map that allows viewers to see the ethnic composition of Africa. Selecting an ethnic group, signified by different colors on the map, will show their geographic distribution, present-day countries, and areas where multiple groups overlap, if applicable. To view this interactive map, see the embedded map below or click the image above to open it in a new tab.
Genocide Watch
5 days ago
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The Guardian
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Associated Press 1
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Al Jazeera
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Nigeria remains off U.S. religious freedom watch list
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EWTN
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Doctor says 57 killed in week of fighting in Somaliland city
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Associated Press 1
Feb 11, 2023
