Which Geographic Features Create Africa’s North-South Settlement Divide?
Africa is a vast and diverse continent – imagine a tapestry woven with deserts, rainforests, mountains, plateaus, and rivers. Have you ever wondered why North Africa seems so different from Sub-Saharan Africa in terms of population and settlement patterns? The secret lies in its geography. Physical features like deserts, mountains, and great rivers act as barriers or lifelines, shaping where people live, work, and build communities. In this article, we’ll take you on a journey across Africa – from the Sahara and Sahel in the north to the Congo Rainforest, Ethiopian Highlands, Atlas Mountains, Kalahari Desert, Great Rift Valley, and…
