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Why Africans Get Turn Off When You Assumed That They All Live With Animals!

Henry Johnson LR
3 min readAug 10, 2023

Stereotypes have a powerful impact on how we perceive and interact with different cultures. Unfortunately, one common stereotype persists is the assumption that all Africans live with animals. This generalization perpetuates misconceptions and undermines the rich diversity and complexity of the African continent. It is essential to understand why Africans get turned off when this assumption is made and to challenge these stereotypes to foster a more inclusive and accurate understanding of Africa.

  1. Cultural Diversity: Africa is a vast and diverse continent with over 50 countries, each with unique cultures, traditions, and ways of life. Amongst all African nations, it’s essential to point out that not all African countries were colonized by Europeans. Liberia, founded by America for American Blacks, and Ethiopia are the only African countries that Europeans have never colonized. With that being said, Africa is a vibrant continent. Assuming that all Africans live with animals oversimplifies this diversity and fails to acknowledge the urbanization, modernization, and technological advancements that have taken place across the continent. Many Africans live in bustling cities, work in various industries, and lead lives similar to people in other parts of the world.
  2. Economic Development: Africa is…

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Henry Johnson LR
Henry Johnson LR

Written by Henry Johnson LR

I am a Liberian-born American writer with great ideas to impact lives and leave this world a little better than I found it.

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