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AREA II
 CURRENCY: AFRICAN
AFRICA DOLLARS POPULATION
• 1.4 billion

LANGUAGES
• Swahili
• Yoruba
• Fula 

 The world's second-largest and second-most populous

continent, after Asia in both cases. At about 30.3 million km²
including adjacent islands, it covers 6% of Earth's total surface
area and 20% of its land area.
African Festivals Festival of the Dhow Countries
July, Zanzibar.
Mombasa Carnival
November, Kenya.

Hermanus Whale Festival

National Arts Festival
late September, South Africa
June to July, Grahams town, South Africa
TOURIST DESTINATION
Algeria
Algiers Atakor

Algiers is the capital city in Algeria and has an Atakor Although difficult to reach without your own
estimated population of around 3,500,000. transport, the Atakor Plateau, situated in the Ahaggar
The city was founded by the Ottomans and is rife with National Park, is worth any of the effort or
history and beautiful architecture. inconvenience.
 Tamanrasset
Tamanrasset, sometimes referred to as ‘Tam’ is a
modern and lively town that you will find if you
travel south through Algeria towards Niger.
Tam has everything you might expect from a
modern town including a number of shops,
restaurants, banks and travel amenities.
Oran
Oran is the second city of Algeria, it is a lively port city
with heaps of character and beauty.
Oran is an attraction in its own right and has historical
buildings a plenty to explore including beautiful
mosques, the Casbah and Le Theatre.
Annaba
CULTURAL ATTRIBUTE

 Algerians greet each other with lengthy affairs. In addition to

the handshake one is obliged to ask about family, work, the
house, the weather, etc.

 Algeria it is a fascinating blend of varied Religion, Music,

different Languages spoken across the country and its rich
literary extravaganza. Arabic is Algeria's primary and official
language and is spoken by around 82% of the populace.

Hippo Regius, Annaba There were many geographical

reasons for the Phoenicians to found Annaba that are still
apparent today and are the reason for the cities relative
prosperity.
 Festivals Algiers this festival celebrates the military, police and
the Algiers community. Bring the whole family and enjoy live
music, local art work, children's activities, food trucks and more!
The event is free and open to the public.
EGYPT TOURIST DESTINATION
Pyramids of Giza. Valley of the Kings.

Karnak Temple. Abu Simbel.

Egyptian Museum.
CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES

 The most common greeting is 'salamo alaikum' ('peace be

with you'), to which you should reply with 'Wa alaikum al-
salam' ('peace be with you too'). In some areas, 'Sabah el
Khair (good morning) and 'Masa el Khair (good evening) are
the typical greetings.

 Morocco is a tolerant, yet traditional culture with strong values and there are
one or two etiquette rules to follow to ensure a smooth and respectful trip.
 As a Muslim country, clothing should be modest as many people are offended
by clothes that do not cover legs and shoulders, especially in rural areas.

 Here are just a few of the key religious events, contemporary festivals and folklore celebrations to keep in
mind when you're planning your Egyptian adventure. Coptic Orthodox Christmas. Abu Simbel Sun Festival
(February) Coptic Orthodox Easter. Sham Ennessim. Ramadan. Sandbox Music Festival. Eid al-Adha.
Morocco
TOURIST DESTINATION

Marrakesh Medina
Morocco's Sahara

The bustling and vibrant buzz of Marrakesh medina

sums up Morocco for many visitors and is a major Dune fields, you need to head east of the High Atlas
tourist attraction. spine to the far eastern desert region that sits near
the border with Algeria.
Fes el Bali Ait Ben Haddou

Along with Marrakesh, Fes is Morocco's This golden-stoned adobe ksar (fortified village) thrusts
other big cultural destination. dramatically out of the earth amid scenery that wows all
who visit.
CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES

 Saalykum Moroccans will say “salaam alykum” (hello) to

everyone, even in large gatherings and they'll ask about your
health and the wellbeing of your family and children. laam

 Morocco is a tolerant, yet traditional culture with strong values and there are one or two
etiquette rules to follow to ensure a smooth and respectful trip. As a Muslim country, clothing
should be modest as many people are offended by clothes that do not cover legs and
shoulders, especially in rural areas.
Cape Verde
Festivals
Carnival Democracy Day

National Heroes Day Baia das

 TOURIST DESTINATION
Fogo Palmeira

Sal Santa Maria

CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES

 Built on music, storytelling and food – the only ways enslaved people transported
here could express themselves under Portuguese rule. These days, islanders still
sing as they work, strum the violao after dinner, and celebrate Carnival and saints'
fiestas with a West African flourish.
 The typical greeting in Cape Verde Island would be, 'Oi, manera bus ta. ' Which
basically means, 'Hello, how are you? ' We're not huge on handshake, we're more
so kisses. And it would be two kisses; in Cape Verde Island you give two kisses,
one on each side.
NIGERIA
TOURIST DESTINATION

Agbokim Waterfalls. Aso Rock

Agodi Gardens. Bar beach Lagos

CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES
 Nigerians are known to be intelligent hard-working people, and for the “can-do” and
“never-say-never” attitude, which is complimented with a friendly and
accommodating spirit. Nigeria's film industry 'Nollywood' is the second largest film
producer in the world.
 Etiquette and Customs in Nigeria The most common greeting is a handshake with
a warm, welcoming smile. Men may place their left hand on the other person's
shoulder while shaking hands. As in the rest of Africa, it is rude to rush the greeting
process.
THANK YOUU!!!
ABBEY ROSE ARANDIA
ELMER TAMBONG