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Planet Africa -Archaeological time travel
Decisive first steps
At least a dozen different human species have existed in Africa over the last 4 million years. Around 90% of the species in the human family tree originated in Africa, and most of them lived only in Africa while the rest of the world was uninhabited.
Without this unique African history, there would be no human race on Earth today.
Facts & Figures
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Africa, the cradle of humanity
At least 85% of human evolution took place in Africa, and all hominins older than 2 million years originated in Africa. Most of these early human species lived only in Africa, while the rest of the world was uninhabited by humans.
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„Made in Africa“
The invention of tools, the use of fire, and the development of hunting techniques all began in Africa and formed the basis for humanity's success. This is how the “Made in Africa” brand came into being as a milestone in human evolution.
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Climate challenges
Severe climate fluctuations in Africa forced early humans to continually develop new survival strategies, including hunting big game, using colors, and making jewelry—and, last but not least, developing language as the world's oldest art form.
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Maasai Mbili
Maasai Mbili is an innovative artist collective from Kenya that stands out for its creative blend of traditional Maasai culture and modern artistic expression. The name “Maasai Mbili” means “two Maasai” in Kiswahili and reflects the identity and roots of the collective, which is made up of various artists who combine their Maasai heritage with innovative ideas and contemporary techniques.
About the artist collective of Module 2
PLANET AFRICA | SIX TOPICS AT A GLANCE
