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This prominent South African leader, known as "Madiba," became his country's first Black president in 1994 after spending 27 years in prison. Who is this South African leader?
Nelson Mandela
Name 3 East African Countries
Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Djibouti, Eritrea, Zambia, Madagascar, Uganda
What language is spoken in Somalia
Somali
What is the name of a triangular, deep-fried pastry that is a staple in both Somali and Ethiopian Cuisines?
Sambusa
This Nigerian Afrobeat superstar known for hits like "African Giant" and "Last Last" gained global acclaim, winning multiple BET Awards. Who is this person?
Burna Boy
What was the name of the Egyptian Queen who famously died from the bite of an Egyptian Cobra?
Cleopatra
Which African Country has the highest GDP?
Egypt
This widely spoken Bantu language, an official language in Kenya and Tanzania, is known for the greeting "Jambo." What is the name of this language?
Swahili
What country is Jollof Rice from?
Senegal
Born in Morocco, this internationally acclaimed rapper and singer collaborated on the global hit "Unforgettable" alongside Swae Lee. Who is this person?
French Montana
Who was the first elected female head of state in Africa that also went on to earn a Nobel Peace Prize, serving as President of Liberia?
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
This North African country, known for the pyramids and the Nile River, has Cairo as its capital.
Egypt
This language, spoken predominantly in Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, belongs to the Semitic language family and is widely used across North Africa. What is this language
Arabic
This traditional Ethiopian and Eritrean bread, which is slightly sour, spongy, and used to scoop stews and sauces, is made from fermented teff flour. What is the name of this bread?
Injera
This Kenyan actress won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2014 for her powerful portrayal in "12 Years a Slave." And was also in the marvel movie "Black Panther"
Lupita Nyong'o
This Nigerian author is famously known for his novel entitled "Things Fall Apart", which is considered the father of modern African literature who is this author?
Chinua Achebe
Which two African countries are home to the largest Muslim population?
Somalia and Morocco
This Bantu language serves as the primary language in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of the Congo, facilitating communication among numerous ethnic groups. What is this language called?
Lingala
Commonly eaten in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and South Africa, this cornmeal-based porridge, similar to polenta, accompanies many traditional Southern African meals. What is this called?
Sadza
What is the name of the African reality television series on Netflix starring African stars Khanyi Mbau, Ini Edo, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, Zari Hassan, Diamond Platnumz, Andile Ncube, Swanky Jerry, Naked DJ, Nadia Nakai, Luis Munana, Kayleigh Schwark, Fantana and 2Baba.
Young, Famous & African
Who was the first black African to win an olympic gold medal in 1960? (hint* they were an Ethiopian marathon runner)
Abebe Bikila
This Central African nation, the only Spanish-speaking country on the continent, consists of both a mainland territory and islands in the Gulf of Guinea. What is this country?
Equatorial Guinea
This language, widely spoken in Senegal and parts of The Gambia, it was historically used by West African scholars and is associated with Islamic teaching. What is the name of this language?
Wolof
This traditional North African dish, widely popular in Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, features steamed semolina grains served with meat and vegetables. What is the name of this dish?
Couscous
This Nigerian film industry, known as the second-largest movie industry globally, produces thousands of movies annually. What is the name of this industry?
Nollywood