African fabrics/clothing
This vibrant, multicolored fabric from Ghana is often woven into ceremonial garments and symbolizes cultural pride.
Kente
This North African country built the Great Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Egypt
Name the Nigerian artist who won a Grammy for Twice as Tall.
Burna Boy
Which river is the longest in Africa?
This South African leader won the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize for ending apartheid.
Nelson Mandela
This Nigerian fabric is known for its intricate embroidery and is commonly used in traditional men’s attire called Agbada.
Aso Oke
What ancient African empire was ruled by Mansa Musa?
Mali Empire
This genre from Ghana mixes highlife and hip-hop.
Hiplife
This island nation off Africa’s east coast is known for its lemurs.
Madagascar
This Ghanaian diplomat served as the 7th Secretary-General of the United Nations and won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001.
Kofi Annan
This traditional Somali dress, often worn by women, is a long, loose-fitting gown and is popular for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Baati
This movement fought against white minority rule in South Africa.
Anti-Apartheid Movement
This South African DJ and dancer went viral for her high-energy house music performances and TikTok dance videos in 2022.
Uncle Waffles
Which desert covers most of northern Africa?
Sahara Desert
The “Indomitable Lions” is the nickname for this African country’s national football team.
Cameroon
This traditional Cameroonian attire, often made from vibrant, patterned fabric, is worn during ceremonies and celebrations.
Toghu
This African queen from Nubia was known for her military strength and often clashed with the Roman Empire.
Queen Amanirenas
This popular Ivorian dance style, often performed at celebrations, features lively footwork and energetic hip movements.
Coupé-Décalé
What is the largest country in Africa by land area?
Algeria
This Nigerian woman became Africa’s first female president of the World Trade Organization in 2021.
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
This brightly patterned fabric from Mali is known for its bold geometric designs and is often used for both clothing and home decor.
Bogolanfini
This ancient North African city was once home to Queen Dido and rivaled Rome in power and trade.
Carthage
This Senegalese musical instrument, often used in Mbalax music, is a type of traditional drum that sets the rhythm for dance performances.
Sabar drum
This African country is home to the world’s second-largest desert, the Kalahari, and also contains the Okavango Delta, one of the largest inland deltas in the world.
Botswana
This Ethiopian long-distance runner won two Olympic gold medals and set more than 25 world records.
Haile Gebrselassie