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Debunking the Myth of European-Only Mapping of Africa Recent research indicates that many European maps of Africa, which shaped contemporary perceptions of the continent, were heavily influenced by African observations. Moky Makura, a journalist with Africa No Filter, highlighted this issue following the UN's 2026 resolution endorsing a more accurate representation of Earth's landmasses. The Correct the Map initiative aims to address misconceptions about Africa's size and the origins of its mapping, revealing that European explorers often credited themselves for information gathered from indigenous sources. This challenges the narrative that European cartographers solely created these maps, emphasizing the importance of recognizing African contributions to geographical knowledge.
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