These misconceptions are based on broad stereotypes. Africa is a vast, multicultural continent of unparalleled diversity. Making assumptions like these would be like describing all Americans by examining an Amish community. We have examined some of the stereotypical Africa because of its proud cultural heritage that deserves to be glorified. However, we also hope to dispel some of the misconceptions by sharing the urban and industrial development that Africa has fostered.
Technological marvels coexist with tribal rituals.
Just like in America, Africa is meeting the challenges of urbanization and development while maintaining some of it's traditional gratuities. Of the 6 divisions of humanity five are naturally prevelant in Africa. There are over five Climate Zones in Africa including one of the largest areas of rain forst in the world. The lack of written history masks the vast oral tradition that speaks of glorious kingdoms and elaborate systems of order. Not to mention the first heart transplant was in South Africa.