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Understand West Africa
WEST AFRICA TODAY
West Africa is a vast, searing land where tragedy and triumph rule in equal measure. Get
the lowdown.
HISTORY
A fertile Sahara, fabled West African kingdoms, colonial days and the complications of in-
dependence.
CULTURE & DAILY LIFE
Culture, diversity, long-suffering women and varied food.
LITERATURE & CINEMA
Extraordinary literary talent and a premier film festival.
RELIGION
The fusing of traditional animist religions with monotheistic Islam is a regional speciality -
we explain how.
MUSIC
Discover West Africa's world-class musical talent.
ARTS & CRAFTWORK
Wooden masks, Ashanti textiles, Tuareg jewellery, Benin bronzes, Moroccan calligraphy
and tilework.
PEOPLES OF WEST AFRICA
We introduce you to some of West Africa's intriguing peoples.
ENVIRONMENT
West Africa's epic lands face epic environmental issues, but wildlife still clings on tena-
ciously. Learn how here.
 
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