africa | Lingofacts

The Country of Cherries and Dates

by lingofacts | Jul 27, 2017 | Travel | 0 |

Algeria is commonly called the country of cherries and dates. This refers to the various types of weather found here; a mild climate in the north and a dry, hot one in the Saharan south.

Africa’s Largest Country

by lingofacts | Jul 27, 2017 | Travel | 0 |

Algeria is the largest country in Africa and has a beautiful setting on the coast of the Mediterranean ocean with its pleasant year round climate.

Angolan Sign of Respect to Elders

by lingofacts | May 25, 2017 | Customs | 0 |

When you are introduced to and greet the elders or persons of high status, try your best to bow low. This is the local sign of respect in most African countries.

Largest West African Market

by lingofacts | May 16, 2017 | Travel | 0 |

Ghana has the largest market in West Africa called Kejetia market located in Kumasi, the Ashanti region’s capital. There you can find everything, from local crafts to second-hand clothing.

Come Home Early in Djibouti

by lingofacts | May 15, 2017 | Customs | 0 |

Taxi fares in Djibouti increase by 50% after sunset.

Bigger is Better

by lingofacts | Apr 5, 2017 | Customs | 0 |

In Mauritania, a large, full-bodied wife is said to signify good luck and prosperity in a marriage, so women are often force-fed to become fatter for their wedding, causing them illness and health problems.

African Ghost Town

by lingofacts | Apr 4, 2017 | Travel | 0 |

There is an African ghost town near the coast of Kenya called Gedi. Its ruins, dating from 14th or 15th centuries, include city walls, palace, private houses, and the Great Mosque.

The Great Sphinx of Giza

by lingofacts | Apr 3, 2017 | Travel | 0 |

Africans carved the world’s first colossal sculpture 7,000 or more years ago. The Great Sphinx of Giza was fashioned with the head of a man combined with the body of a lion.