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The Causes and Effects of African Migration
Use the Bantu tribe of Africa to better understand why people migrate. This case study provides simple vocabulary and questions that focus on the causes and effects of African migration. Note: Adobe presenter is required to open this...
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Tds: Tanzania: History
Read the fascinating history of two countries which, only recently, joined together as one. Tanganyika and Zanzibar are now known as Tanzania. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Ethiopia: Ethnic Groups
An interesting map showing the areas where different ethnic groups are found in Kenya. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Tds: Equatorial Guinea: People
A look at the groups of people who live in Equatorial Guinea. Learn about the languages they speak and the make-up of their names. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Kenya: History
Read this interesting account of Kenyan history over the last 4,000 years. There is much discussion about its recent history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Kenya: People
A look at the people of Kenya, a country whose motto means "pull together." Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Mozambique: History
Read about Mozambique's history as a colony of Portugal, its eventual independence, and the problems that brought. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Tanzania: People
A look at the interesting mix of ethnic groups in Tanzania along with their particular languages. Find out what the groups are and where many came from. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Uganda: People
Uganda has several ethnic groups. Find out what they are and the sub-groups that are part of each major group. You can also find out about the religions and languages spoken in the country. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Chewa and Other Maravi Groups
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Maravi group of people, including the Chewa, of Malawi and neighboring countries. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Shambaa
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Shambaa, a Bantu people of Tanzania. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
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Inter Knowledge Corp: Zimbabwe
InterKnowledge Corp provides basic facts about the location, geography, climate, history and culture of the country Zimbabwe.
Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation
Guggenheim Museum: Africa: Western Africa
A simple explanation of the Western Africa region of Africa, with information on the cultural history and examples of artwork.
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Tds: Gabon: People
Find out why the people of Gabon speak French. You can also read about the ethnic groups and religion. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.