History of Africa
150 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 155 ratingsTake a deep dive deep into African history with this in-depth podcast. From Casablanca to Cape Town, tune in to this podcast to learn about the magnificent and oft-forgotten history of Africa. To access more free resources about African history, provide feedback, or support the show, check out our associated website at https://historyofafricapodcast.blogspot.com
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Episodes
Episode 20 - Saint Kaleb, the Conqueror
March 15, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBKaleb was never meant to be king. For his entire life, he wanted to live a scholarly and humble life as a monk. However, when his father died at a young age, he was forced onto the throne with only his trusted slave-turned-advisor, Abraha, to help him. Upon hearing news of brutal persecution of his fellow Christians in the Arabian Kingdom of Himyar, Kaleb leaps into action, assembling the largest army that Aksum had ever seen to finally conquer his Arabian enemy. Support the show (https://p...
Season 2 Episode 10 - Saint Kaleb, the Conqueror
March 15, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBKaleb was never meant to be king. For his entire life, he wanted to live a scholarly and humble life as a monk. However, when his father died at a young age, he was forced onto the throne with only his trusted slave-turned-advisor, Abraha, to help him. Upon hearing news of brutal persecution of his fellow Christians in the Arabian Kingdom of Himyar, Kaleb leaps into action, assembling the largest army that Aksum had ever seen to finally conquer his Arabian enemy. Support the show Learn mor...
Episode 19 - Aksum's Zealot King and the Nine Saints
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBAfter Saizana's death, a mysterious man named Mahedyas takes the throne of Aksum. He begins a crusade to rid Aksum of the holdovers from its polytheistic past, and consolidates the church under his direct control. Later, a group of refugee priests land in Aksum and begin revolutionizing the Aksumite church. Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aksum’s Zealot King and the Nine Saints
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBAfter Saizana's death, a mysterious man named Mahedyas takes the throne of Aksum. He begins a crusade to rid Aksum of the holdovers from its polytheistic past, and consolidates the church under his direct control. Later, a group of refugee priests land in Aksum and begin revolutionizing the Aksumite church. Notre Dame Stories Stories highlighting Notre Dame’s work to be a force for good in the world. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aksum's Zealot King and the Nine Saints
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesAfter Saizana's death, a mysterious man named Mahedyas takes the throne of Aksum. He begins a crusade to rid Aksum of the holdovers from its polytheistic past, and consolidates the church under his direct control. Later, a group of refugee priests land in Aksum and begin revolutionizing the Aksumite church. Notre Dame StoriesStories highlighting Notre Dame’s work to be a force for good in the world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
Season 2 Episode 8: Ezana's Conquest of Nubia
February 15, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesThe Ancient Nubian kingdom of Meroe had existed before Aksum's foundation as a city, and was the preeminent power in East Africa for most of its existence. But, by the year 360, the tables had turned. Nubia was a kingdom in decline, while Aksum was the hot new hegemon in the region. After dealing with many internal struggles within the Aksumite Empire, King Ezana has set his eyes on ending the ancient kingdom to his North.To learn more and view images from the episode, visit our blog at https...
Season 2 Episode 8: Ezana’s Conquest of Nubia
February 15, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe Ancient Nubian kingdom of Meroe had existed before Aksum's foundation as a city, and was the preeminent power in East Africa for most of its existence. But, by the year 360, the tables had turned. Nubia was a kingdom in decline, while Aksum was the hot new hegemon in the region. After dealing with many internal struggles within the Aksumite Empire, King Ezana has set his eyes on ending the ancient kingdom to his North. To learn more and view images from the episode, visit our blog at ht...
Episode 18: Ezana's Conquest of Nubia
February 15, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBThe Ancient Nubian kingdom of Meroe had existed before Aksum's foundation as a city, and was the preeminent power in East Africa for most of its existence. But, by the year 360, the tables had turned. Nubia was a kingdom in decline, while Aksum was the hot new hegemon in the region. After dealing with many internal struggles within the Aksumite Empire, King Ezana has set his eyes on ending the ancient kingdom to his North. To learn more and view images from the episode, visit our blog at ht...
Season 2 Episode 7 - The Great King Ezana
February 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBKing Ezana of Aksum is widely regarded among scholars of Aksumite history as the greatest ruler in the empire's history. He transformed the empire religiously, politically, and economically in a way that is unmatched by other Aksumite rulers. In this episode, we will focus on his childhood, upbringing, and the early years of his reign. Learn about how Ezana heightened Aksum's economic power, subdued his neighbors, and began the process of Christianizing the empire. To learn more about Afri...
Episode 17 - The Great King Ezana
February 01, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBKing Ezana of Aksum is widely regarded among scholars of Aksumite history as the greatest ruler in the empire's history. He transformed the empire religiously, politically, and economically in a way that is unmatched by other Aksumite rulers. In this episode, we will focus on his childhood, upbringing, and the early years of his reign. Learn about how Ezana heightened Aksum's economic power, subdued his neighbors, and began the process of Christianizing the empire. To learn more about Afri...
Season 2 Episode 6: The Aksumite Empire's Greatest Defeat
January 18, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutesIn the aftermath of the great conquests of king Gadarat, Aksum was left in a vulnerable position. Diplomatically isolated, militarily exhausted, and limited only to Najran and its immediate surroundings, Aksum will soon find itself trapped in a series of perpetual conflicts in Arabia. And, in one of these many wars, Aksum will suffer the worst military defeat in its entire history. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 2 Episode 6: The Aksumite Empire’s Greatest Defeat
January 18, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn the aftermath of the great conquests of king Gadarat, Aksum was left in a vulnerable position. Diplomatically isolated, militarily exhausted, and limited only to Najran and its immediate surroundings, Aksum will soon find itself trapped in a series of perpetual conflicts in Arabia. And, in one of these many wars, Aksum will suffer the worst military defeat in its entire history. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 16 - The Aksumite Empire's Greatest Defeat
January 18, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBIn the aftermath of the great conquests of king Gadarat, Aksum was left in a vulnerable position. Diplomatically isolated, militarily exhausted, and limited only to Najran and its immediate surroundings, Aksum will soon find itself trapped in a series of perpetual conflicts in Arabia. And, in one of these many wars, Aksum will suffer the worst military defeat in its entire history. Support the show
Season 2 Episode 5: The Aksumite Invasion of Arabia
January 04, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIn the year 200 AD, the Aksumite King, Gadarat, went to work expanding Aksumite influence. At first, his ambitions were contained to the African continent, but when pirates from the southern Arabian kingdom of Himyar begin seizing Aksumite ships, his attention turns to the conquest of Arabia. To learn more about African history and see cool supplemental information, access our blog here Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 15: The Aksumite Invasion of Arabia
January 04, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBIn the year 200 AD, the Aksumite King, Gadarat, went to work expanding Aksumite influence. At first, his ambitions were contained to the African continent, but when pirates from the southern Arabian kingdom of Himyar begin seizing Aksumite ships, his attention turns to the conquest of Arabia. To learn more about African history and see cool supplemental information, access our blog here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Episode 14: Aksum's Humble Origins
December 21, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn 300 BC, a small agrarian village in the Ethiopian highlands was beginning its rise to glory. This village, known as Aksum, would soon rise to become a great power, revered as far away as Rome, China, and Persia. Listen this week to learn about the humble origins of this magnificent civilization and its rise from humble village to global trade empire. To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 2 Episode 4: Aksum’s Humble Origins
December 21, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn 300 BC, a small agrarian village in the Ethiopian highlands was beginning its rise to glory. This village, known as Aksum, would soon rise to become a great power, revered as far away as Rome, China, and Persia. Listen this week to learn about the humble origins of this magnificent civilization and its rise from humble village to global trade empire. To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
Season 2 Episode 4: Aksum's Humble Origins
December 21, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutesIn 300 BC, a small agrarian village in the Ethiopian highlands was beginning its rise to glory. This village, known as Aksum, would soon rise to become a great power, revered as far away as Rome, China, and Persia. Listen this week to learn about the humble origins of this magnificent civilization and its rise from humble village to global trade empire. To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
Episode 13: In with Dm't, Out with Saba
December 14, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn 690 BC, the Sabaean confederacy crumbled into a bloody civil war. As the Sabaean king scrambles to reassert his rule, the fledgling and mysterious kingdom of D'mt emerges as the new power in the Ethiopian highlands. To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 2 Episode 3: In with Dm't, Out with Saba
December 14, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutesIn 690 BC, the Sabaean confederacy crumbled into a bloody civil war. As the Sabaean king scrambles to reassert his rule, the fledgling and mysterious kingdom of D'mt emerges as the new power in the Ethiopian highlands.To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Notre Dame StoriesStories highlighting Notre Dame’s work to be a force for good in the world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 2 Episode 3: In with Dm’t, Out with Saba
December 14, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBIn 690 BC, the Sabaean confederacy crumbled into a bloody civil war. As the Sabaean king scrambles to reassert his rule, the fledgling and mysterious kingdom of D'mt emerges as the new power in the Ethiopian highlands. To learn more about African history or support the show, click here Notre Dame Stories Stories highlighting Notre Dame’s work to be a force for good in the world. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
Episode 12: The Rise of Saba
December 07, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBWith Egypt's declining influence in East Africa, a new power will rise to take their place, the Yemeni kingdom of Saba. Most well known for its place in biblical and quranic lore as the kingdom of Sheba, learn about the true character of this marvelous Arabian kingdom, and their unique impact on Ethiopian history. (Note: in this episode and others, I refer to some cities on the fringes of the highlands like Qohaito as "coastal", even though they are not on the coast. This was an attempt to ...
Season 2 Episode 2: The Rise of Saba
December 07, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBWith Egypt's declining influence in East Africa, a new power will rise to take their place, the Yemeni kingdom of Saba. Most well known for its place in biblical and quranic lore as the kingdom of Sheba, learn about the true character of this marvelous Arabian kingdom, and their unique impact on Ethiopian history. (Note: in this episode and others, I refer to some cities on the fringes of the highlands like Qohaito as "coastal", even though they are not on the coast. This was an attempt to ...
Season 2 Episode 1: Ethiopia's Civilizational Stage
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutesIn the highlands of Ethiopia, a civilization will be born that will become the most respected on the continent. Other African nations will borrow their colors for their flags, and it will be viewed as an aspirational symbol for Africans everywhere. Join us this week, as we learn about how the geography of East Africa drove the early development of Ethiopian civilization, witness the migration of the proto-afroasiatics, and the rise of Puntite city-states.To support the show and learn more abo...
Season 2 Episode 1: Ethiopia’s Civilizational Stage
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn the highlands of Ethiopia, a civilization will be born that will become the most respected on the continent. Other African nations will borrow their colors for their flags, and it will be viewed as an aspirational symbol for Africans everywhere. Join us this week, as we learn about how the geography of East Africa drove the early development of Ethiopian civilization, witness the migration of the proto-afroasiatics, and the rise of Puntite city-states. To support the show and learn more ...
Episode 11: Ethiopia's Civilizational Stage
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn the highlands of Ethiopia, a civilization will be born that will become the most respected on the continent. Other African nations will borrow their colors for their flags, and it will be viewed as an aspirational symbol for Africans everywhere. Join us this week, as we learn about how the geography of East Africa drove the early development of Ethiopian civilization, witness the migration of the proto-afroasiatics, and the rise of Puntite city-states. To support the show and learn more ...
Season 1 Episode 8: The Collapse Of The Old Kingdom
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThe Old Kingdom is reeling from a series of disastrous civil and reforms. Things only get worse when the pharaoh Teti is assassinated, leaving a devastating power vacuum on Egypt's throne. When order is finally restored, the last pharaohs of Egypt will desperately strive to restore Egypt's glory. But, just when things finally seem to be improving, events will conspire to bring the Old Kingdom crumbling down. To learn more about African history or to support the show, click here Support t...
Episode 10 - The Collapse Of The Old Kingdom
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThe Old Kingdom is reeling from a series of disastrous civil and reforms. Things only get worse when the pharaoh Teti is assassinated, leaving a devastating power vacuum on Egypt's throne. When order is finally restored, the last pharaohs of Egypt will desperately strive to restore Egypt's glory. But, just when things finally seem to be improving, events will conspire to bring the Old Kingdom crumbling down. To learn more about African history or to support the show, click here
Episode 10: The Collapse Of The Old Kingdom
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThe Old Kingdom is reeling from a series of disastrous civil and reforms. Things only get worse when the pharaoh Teti is assassinated, leaving a devastating power vacuum on Egypt's throne. When order is finally restored, the last pharaohs of Egypt will desperately strive to restore Egypt's glory. But, just when things finally seem to be improving, events will conspire to bring the Old Kingdom crumbling down. To learn more about African history or to support the show, click here Support t...
Episode 9: The Rise and Fall of the Cult of Ra
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBUserkaf, an illegitimate son, has ascended to the throne of Egypt. To keep his power, he must find allies, and soon. The growing Cult of Ra, a powerful new religion, seems like a strong potential ally for the new pharaoh. What will come out of this precarious new relationship? If you'd like to support the show, and access additional resources about Egyptian history, click here. Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 1 Episode 7: The Rise and Fall of the Cult of Ra
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBUserkaf, an illegitimate son, has ascended to the throne of Egypt. To keep his power, he must find allies, and soon. The growing Cult of Ra, a powerful new religion, seems like a strong potential ally for the new pharaoh. What will come out of this precarious new relationship? If you'd like to support the show, and access additional resources about Egyptian history, click here. Notre Dame Stories Stories highlighting Notre Dame’s work to be a force for good in the world. Listen on: Apple ...
Season 1 Episode 6: The Old Kingdom's Peak
November 09, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutesWhen Sneferu ascended to the throne of Egypt, he had something to prove. He was born no royal, living his early life as a minor nomarch, and only lucked into the position by marrying the daughter of a pharaoh with no heir. In a quest to prove his status as a god-king, Sneferu commanded the most impressive building project yet made with human hands. Join us this week as Sneferu and his fourth dynasty successors build Egypt's most iconic landmarks. If you'd like to learn more about Egypt's four...
Episode 8: The Old Kingdom's Peak
November 09, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBWhen Sneferu ascended to the throne of Egypt, he had something to prove. He was born no royal, living his early life as a minor nomarch, and only lucked into the position by marrying the daughter of a pharaoh with no heir. In a quest to prove his status as a god-king, Sneferu commanded the most impressive building project yet made with human hands. Join us this week as Sneferu and his fourth dynasty successors build Egypt's most iconic landmarks. If you'd like to learn more about Egypt's fou...
Season 1 Episode 6: The Old Kingdom’s Peak
November 09, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBWhen Sneferu ascended to the throne of Egypt, he had something to prove. He was born no royal, living his early life as a minor nomarch, and only lucked into the position by marrying the daughter of a pharaoh with no heir. In a quest to prove his status as a god-king, Sneferu commanded the most impressive building project yet made with human hands. Join us this week as Sneferu and his fourth dynasty successors build Egypt's most iconic landmarks. If you'd like to learn more about Egypt's fou...
Season 1 Episode 5: The first Pyramid Builders
November 02, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBKhasekhemwy is dead, and his son, Djoser, has inherited a kingdom with political stability and a flourishing economy. Djoser and his successors in the Third Dynasty will use this wealth to build the most magnificent structures that humans have ever laid eyes on. To learn more about this period of Egyptian history, or to support the show and the free education we provide, click here Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 7: Egypt's First Age of Gold
November 02, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBKhasekhemwy is dead, and his son, Djoser, has inherited a kingdom with political stability and a flourishing economy. Djoser and his successors in the Third Dynasty will use this wealth to build the most magnificent structures that humans have ever laid eyes on. To learn more about this period of Egyptian history, or to support the show and the free education we provide, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 1 Episode 4: Egypt Shatters
October 26, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBWhen the last pharaoh of Egypt's first dynasty dies without an heir, Egypt is thrown into a protracted, blood civil war. This is only the beginning of Egypt's problems though, as the rule of Egypt's second dynasty will be a non-stop series of crisis after crisis. How will Egypt emerge from such a devastating period of instability? To learn more about Egyptian history and support the show, check out our website here Edit: apologies for the error with the music being too loud at some points....
Episode 6: Egypt Shatters
October 26, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBWhen the last pharaoh of Egypt's first dynasty dies without an heir, Egypt is thrown into a protracted, blood civil war. This is only the beginning of Egypt's problems though, as the rule of Egypt's second dynasty will be a non-stop series of crisis after crisis. How will Egypt emerge from such a devastating period of instability? To learn more about Egyptian history and support the show, check out our website here Edit: apologies for the error with the music being too loud at some points....
Season 1 Episode 3: The Best Pharaoh You've Never Heard Of
October 19, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutesEgypt's first dynasty is relatively unknown, with only cursory records of them existing. But we can still learn a lot about the history of Egypt from these early pharaohs. This week we learn about how the great pharaohs of the First Dynasty built the foundation of the great achievements of Egypt, and how a series of obscure civil wars brought their rule crumbling down.To access additional resources on African History or support the show, click here Support the show Learn more about your ad ch...
Episode 5: The Best Pharaoh You've Never Heard Of
October 19, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBEgypt's first dynasty is relatively unknown, with only cursory records of them existing. But we can still learn a lot about the history of Egypt from these early pharaohs. This week we learn about how the great pharaohs of the First Dynasty built the foundation of the great achievements of Egypt, and how a series of obscure civil wars brought their rule crumbling down. To access additional resources on African History or support the show, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/hist...
Season 1 Episode 3: The Best Pharaoh You’ve Never Heard Of
October 19, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MBEgypt's first dynasty is relatively unknown, with only cursory records of them existing. But we can still learn a lot about the history of Egypt from these early pharaohs. This week we learn about how the great pharaohs of the First Dynasty built the foundation of the great achievements of Egypt, and how a series of obscure civil wars brought their rule crumbling down. To access additional resources on African History or support the show, click here Support the show Learn more about your a...
Season 1 Episode 2: Birth of the First Pharaohs
October 12, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB5,100 years ago, Egypt was first united. The man behind the unification was Narmer, the first pharaoh. Join us this week as we learn about the life and times of this legendary leader and his family. To access additional resources on African history and support the show, click here Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 4: Birth of the First Pharaohs
October 12, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB5,100 years ago, Egpyt was first united. The man behind the unification was Narmer, the first pharaoh. Join us this week as we learn about the life and times of this legendary leader and his family. To access additional resources on African history and support the show, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 1 Episode 1: Egypt Before The Pharaohs
October 06, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBKnown for its hieroglyphs, animal-headed gods, and deified kings, Egypt is one of the oldest and most famous civilizations in the world. But have you ever wondered how this wonderful civilization first emerged? Join us as we follow the migration of peoples into the Nile Valley, the development of agriculture, and the rise of Egypt's first big cities. If you'd like to support the show, or access additional resources about African history, click here. Notre Dame Stories Stories highlighting ...
Episode 3: Egypt Before The Pharaohs
October 06, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBKnown for its hieroglyphs, animal-headed gods, and deified kings, Egypt is one of the oldest and most famous civilizations in the world. But have you ever wondered how this wonderful civilization first emerged? Join us as we follow the migration of peoples into the Nile Valley, the development of agriculture, and the rise of Egypt's first big cities. If you'd like to support the show, or access additional resources about African history, click here. Support the show (https://patreon.com/his...
Episode 03: Egypt Before The Pharaohs
October 06, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBKnown for its hieroglyphs, animal-headed gods, and deified pharaohs, Egypt is one of the oldest and most famous civilizations in the world. But have you ever wondered how this wonderful civilization first emerged? Join us as we follow the migration of peoples into the Nile Valley, the development of agriculture, and the rise of Egypt's first big cities. If you'd like to support the show, or access additional resources about African history, click here.
Episode 2: Languages and Prehistory
September 28, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBToday we look into the origins of modern humanity, the spread of humans across the African continent, and the linguistic families that form the basis of most modern African cultures. Later Edit: I didn't realize at the time that "Berber" is actually something of a derogatory word for the Amazigh peoples of North and West Africa. Oops. If you'd like to support the show and learn more, please check out our associated website, click here Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)
Season 0 Episode 2: Languages and Prehistory
September 28, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBToday we look into the origins of modern humanity, the spread of humans across the African continent, and the linguistic families that form the basis of most modern African cultures. Later Edit: I didn't realize at the time that "Berber" is actually something of a derogatory word for the Amazigh peoples of North and West Africa. Oops. If you'd like to support the show and learn more, please check out our associated website, click here Notre Dame Stories Stories highlighting Notre Dame’s w...
Season 0 Episode 1: Where Are We?
September 14, 2020 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBFor our first episode, we will explore the various regions of Africa, from the Mediterranean in the North to the Cape in the South. We'll learn about the defining climate characteristics of each region to learn about what geographic factors drove the history of that area. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 1: Where Are We?
September 14, 2020 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBFor our first episode, we will explore the various regions of Africa, from the Mediterranean in the North to the Cape in the South. We'll learn about the defining climate characteristics of each region to learn about what geographic factors drove the history of that area. Support the show (https://patreon.com/historyofafrica)