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Global Issues: The Democratic Republic of Congo
This resource presents an account of the Dempcratic Republic of Congo which provides a brief background on the country and information on the toll of its war on the civilians, environment, and wildlife.
Other
Civil War Looms in Zimbabwe
Talks about the growing danger of a civil war in Zimbabwe due to the pressure that the West is exerting on the country to re-distribute white owned land. 8/2000
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: South Africa
A brief explanation of the different ethnic groups that make up the population of South Africa.
Oxfam
Virtual Journey of Mali
As you travel to Mali, you'll discover what's happened in Mali in 2002, and why everyone was so excited. Learn how to make sesame sticks as a sweet treat.
World Atlas
World Atlas: Africa
Learn about the history of Africa including Ancient Africa, African colonization, slave trade, and Post-Colonial Africa. Also covers maps, geography, countries, and interesting facts.
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Kenya
Describes the history of Kenya. Also includes information on Kenya's geography, culture, demographics, and more.
PBS
Pbs: Ambush in Mogadishu
Tells the story of the attack on US Rangers in 1993 in Mogadishu and traces our foreign policy in Somalia.
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World Report International: Second Anniversary of the Peace Treaty
A look at the African country of Angola two years after a peace treaty ended years of war. Find out about the people, their standard of living, economy, and challenges faced. Were they still struggling? What then were the prospects for...
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Democracy in Africa Threatened
Many African countries were moving toward democracy in the early 21st century. Some have hit major stumbling blocks. Here is information on Ivory Coast and the problems with Gbagbo that have caused violence and unrest. January, 2011
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Science Safari: Ways of the Wild
Explore the problem of wildlife management in many African countries. Apply critical thinking skills to a decision-making scenario and strategically communicate information.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Senegal: People
A very brief look at the people of Senegal. Find out about the ethnic groups, languages, and religions of this African country. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Niger: Political Map
A political map of the west African country of Niger.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Comoros
Learn about religion in the East African island nation of Comoros, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Seychelles
Learn about core health indicators in the African island nation of the Seychelles in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
The Washington Post
The Washington Post: "The History of Jazz," Chapter 1
This site offers the first chapter of Ted Gioia's book, "The History of Jazz." This chapter focuses on the prehistory of jazz, including the Africanization of American music, country blues and classic blues, and Scott Joplin and Ragtime.
Other
American Repertory Theatre: Adrienne Kennedy
At this site is a listing of Adrienne Kennedy's plays, awards, and the different countries in which she lived. There are multiple blue-highlighted links that open up to extensive information about commissioned assignments, a first-person...
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Benin
This site has a large flag of Benin with a history of the flag and a description of the country coat of arms.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Guinea
Flags of the World offers a large flag of Guinea with a history of the flag and a description of the country coat of arms.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Phillis Wheatley
The first published African-American poet, Phillis Wheatley used her words in an attempt to rid the country of slavery. This article includes an excerpt from a letter she wrote in 1774 and "related links" for further reading and research.
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Looklex: Encyclopedia of the Orient: Mu'ammar Gadhafi
An analytical biography of Muammar Qaddafi with a timeline of his life events. Also includes information on his relations with other countries.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Seychelles: People
A very brief account of the people of Seychelles, most of whom live on Mahe Island. Find out the amazing literacy rate of this island country. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Geography: Places: Africa's Serengeti
Discusses the wildlife of Africa and how many species are being threatened by poaching as well as by those who hunt them for food. Some countries try to protect their wildlife, recognizing that it is a rich natural resource that attracts...
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