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The African Union Wants the World to See Africa’s True Size

They Lied About Africa
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What if I told you the world map you grew up with was lying to you? 🌍In this episode, we break down how the Mercator projection shrunk Africa, why colonial powers kept it that way, and why the African Union’s new Correct the Map campaign matters. This isn’t just geography — it’s about power, pride, and reclaiming Africa’s story.

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