The Culture of Africa is varied and manifold, consisting of a mixture of countries with various tribes that each have their own unique characteristic from the continent of Africa. It is a product of the diverse populations that inhabit the continent of Africa and the African Diaspora.

Why is Africa culturally diverse?

Its so diverse because Africa is really, really big — about as big as the combined landmasses of China, the United States, India, Japan and much of Europe. According to studies that screen DNA markers in different populations, the African continent has the highest level of genetic diversity in the world.

Where did Africa originally come from?

One of the most popular suggestions for the origins of the term Africa is that it is derived from the Roman name for a tribe living in the northern reaches of Tunisia, believed to possibly be the Berber people. The Romans variously named these people Afri, Afer and Ifir.

How many African cultures are there?

Now, while it is easy to homogenize and talk about African people, the truth is that within these 54 separate and unique countries, there are in fact over 3000 diverse African tribes! Perhaps South Africa best reflects this diversity through its constitution with all 11 official languages recognized by law.

What was the original name of Africa?

Alkebulan In Kemetic History of Afrika, Dr cheikh Anah Diop writes, “The ancient name of Africa was Alkebulan. Alkebu-lan “mother of mankind” or “garden of Eden”.” Alkebulan is the oldest and the only word of indigenous origin. It was used by the Moors, Nubians, Numidians, Khart-Haddans (Carthagenians), and Ethiopians.