South Africa
What does ASFABA stand for?
Association of Students For A Better Africa
When did they gain their independence?
1956
It is the ____ largest nation?
4th
What is Nigeria's nickname? and why?
The giant of Africa. It highlights its significant influence and impact on the African continent.
What is the color of the flag? What do they represent?
Red: the struggle for independence
Gold: represents the wealth of Ghana
Green: the greenery of the landscape
Black: the lodestar of African freedom (star)
When is its Independence day?
May 31st, 1910
What are the colors composed in the flag?
red, black, and white
What colors are on the flag and what do those colors mean?
white: peace
black: conflict
green: pastures and Islam
red: sword
October 1st with vibrant celebrations.
When was Ghana's independence day?
March 6, 1957
What was South Africa nicknamed?
The rainbow nation
Who did Sudan gain independence from?
Egyptian and British ruling
Name a popular dish?
Coucous, Bazeen, Asemida, Shakshouda
Describe the embrace of eldership Nigerians display
Tradition: Key components in everyday life
respect for authority and seniority
What is also known as Freedom Day?
The end of Apartheid (segregation of races was no longer legal)
What brought a temporary resolution to the civil conflict and granting autonomy?
The 1972 Addis Ababa Agreement
When is Libya's Independence Day?
December 24th
What is a common practice for guests to do at a Nigerian wedding?
"Spray" money on the couple during dances
Popular dishes (name 3)
Waakye, Fufu with light soup, Kenkey
Name a popular artist and what is her most popular song?
Tyla Seethal, Water
Current concerns in Sudan?
full-scale civil war, hunger crisis, ethnically driven bloodshed, regional stability.
What has shaped Libyan culture?
Berber, African, Turkish, and Arab heritage
Name a popular tourist destination
Zuma Rock, Nike Art Gallery, Lekki Conservation Centre, Obudu Mountain Resort
Before marriage, what must a groom do?
come with his family to formally ask for the woman's hand in marriage and bear multiple gifts