How would you describe East Africa?
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How would you describe East Africa?
East Africa is a region that begins in Tanzania in the south and extends north through the great grasslands and scrub forest of the savannas of Kenya and Uganda and then across the highlands of Ethiopia, including the Great Rift Valley. The source of the Blue Nile is Lake Tana in the highlands of Ethiopia.
Why should I go to East Africa?
Extraordinary landscapes, world-beating safaris, captivating cultures and idyllic beaches, East Africa really does have it all. Add to that once-in-a-lifetime experiences and cosmopolitan cities, and you have the perfect adventure guaranteed.
Is East Africa poor or rich?
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic impacted East Africa’s poverty level. Extreme poverty rate in the region increased from 33 percent in 2019 to 35 percent in 2021.
What race is East Africa?
By linguistic phylum
| Phylum | Region | Number of groups |
|---|---|---|
| Afro-Asiatic | North Africa, Horn of Africa, Sahel | 200-300 |
| Niger-Congo | West Africa, Central Africa, Southern Africa, East Africa | 1650 |
| Nilo-Saharan | Nile Valley, Sahel, East Africa | 80 |
| Khoisan | Southern Africa, Tanzania | 40-70 |
What is East Africa culture?
East Africa is a massive region, containing hundreds of countries and spanning as many as 19 territories. The cultures of East Africa are diverse, but there are common threads that run through much of the region. Many countries have a shared heritage of Western colonialism, Islamic conquest and subsequent independence.
What is so special about East Africa?
Geographically, the region is well known for its magnificent physical features. The two highest mountains in Africa are located here: Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. The River Nile, the longest river in Africa has its source from Africa’s biggest lake, Lake Nyanza also known as Lake Victoria.
What makes East Africa unique?
Shaped by global plate tectonic forces that have created the East African Rift, East Africa is the site of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya, the two tallest peaks in Africa. It also includes the world’s second largest freshwater lake, Lake Victoria, and the world’s second deepest lake, Lake Tanganyika.