political, and developmental—are being made using a false reference point. We need the world to see Africa as it truly is.” The Correct the Map campaign is not just symbolic—it’s actionable.

Common projections shrink the size of Africa, but experts have long debated whether creating a precise map is possible.

Newsweek has created a map setting out the various ... of conflicts playing out across the globe. In Africa, some regions are suffering from political instability and economic chaos, and U.S ...