Africa is one of the continents found on planet Earth. Africa was once perceived as a dark continent, which means poor and backward continent. Some went as far as calling it an area of savages. But in my lifetime experience, Africa is by far the wealthiest continent in terms of natural resources, and it has a great richness in minerals and material resources. A big part of the world depends on its material wealth to support industrial development. There have been numerous theories counting down to African underdevelopment. Amongst things that made Africa exploited and poor are the 300 years of slavery before the industrial revolution, colonisation by western powers, neo colonisation, and by far, dollar imperialism has exploited Africa, not to mention man-made disease and epidemics like the different viral outbreaks.
It is good for one to visit Africa, to experience a once in a lifetime experience. They lots of good things to see in Africa, the unique and diverse culture and values, fascinating landscapes and natural wonders, including the cradle of mankind, traces of past civilisation, wildlife and birdlife, and much more. Travelling to different parts of Africa will make you see many wonders of nature. Africa has more the 55 countries, all with many attractions and wonders that even excite the locals. The majestic Kilimanjaro stands at 5895 mts above sea level, and the great rift valley extends to more than 10000 km. The massive oceans surround the continent with the Indian Ocean in the east and the pacific ocean in the west. There are several Natural and restored parks with a free-roaming area of wildlife and birdlife and several world heritage sites in Africa.
Africa has a diverse mixture of cultures and ethnic groups with different white and black origins. I would urge a traveller to visit this beautiful continent at least once in a lifetime. Once way back, it fascinated many explorers and travellers, some of which never returned to their homeland because of the natural beauty of Southern Africa and other parts showing the reality.
We should have positive thoughts about other cultures and values, as the planet earth is by far superior to its different continents. All continents have a god-given potential, same as the human body, all parts have value, and a hand has a value equal to any part of the body.
Visiting Africa or any part of the world, one has a chance to learn about different cultures, lifestyles and values. Travelling helps to excel our understanding and learning. We see how different communities overcome society's challenges, as education is theoretical knowledge and technology is applied knowledge.
Visit Africa or any part or country in Africa. You will by far see many wonders and have a lifetime memorable experience, as there is much to see and learn about its culture and values.