Africa is much bigger than you think. Here’s how you’ve been misled A world map drawn in the 1500s is to blame The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025
‘US, China, India can all fit into Africa’: On a quest to fix the world map Common projections shrink the size of Africa, but experts have long debated whether creating a precise map is possible. Al Jazeera · May 28, 2025
How harmful stereotypes and media bias are costing Africa billions Harmful stereotypes about Africa in the global media are costing the continent billions each year and shaping damaging perceptions, campaigners are warning. A recent report explored the economic impact of biased media narratives, linking them to lost investment opportunities and higher borrowing costs for African nations. Radio France Internationale · Nov 29, 2024
Negative stereotypes in international media cost Africa £3.2bn a year – report Focus on conflict, corruption and poverty heightens perception of risk, raising interest on sovereign debt, authors say The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2024
Global media tell only part of Africa’s story – new report shows which outlets perform best and worst Media coverage of Africa has always been dominated by narratives of disease, poverty, conflict and political instability. These portrayals, rooted in colonial histories, continue to shape global perceptions and policy decisions. The Conversation · Sep 11, 2024
Live Aid led to the patronising ‘save Africa’ industry. We don’t need a musical about it Thirty-eight years since the concert, the false narrative about a broken continent plagued by poverty, conflict, corruption and disease still persists The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2023