Sub-Saharan Africa

Languages

• There are many different ethnic groups and tribes, so each one has their own language.

GOVERNMENT

• There are many different governments in this region, but most of them struggle.
• 4 of the most common forms of gov are tribal leadership, colonial role, democracy and monarchy.

Religion

• This region has been influenced by both Islam and Christianity.
• Also, there are a lot of local animist traditions.

Urban/Rural

• In Sub-Saharan Africa, the land is mostly rural.

Family Relationships

• There are a lot of people living under one house because most aren't wealthy enough for more.

Social Structure

• Their social organization is strictly based on economical stand points.
• They have classes, however most are in what would be considered a lower class.

Music, Literature, Art, & Fashion

• They are very passionate about their music.
• Their clothes are often worn down due to their environment and lack of wealth.
• Literature is often limited because of high illiteracy rates.
• Art is an important part of african culture. Drawings and paintings of wildlife are common.

Education

• University enrollment is at an average of 5%, which is one of the lowest in the world.
• Many people who should be in school need to work to support their family.
• Schools are limited due to costs, and often uncommon or small.

Land Use

• Where land is in desirable conditions, farming is prominent.
• A lot of land is too dry and not suitable for farming, so there is empty space or small towns.

Trading Networks

• Natural gases and substances such as oil are traded often.
• In this region's history, gold was once and extreme export.
• Gold is still traded, but not nearly as much as it use to be.

Diversity

• There are several different tribes and groups spread throughout the region causing a lot of diversity.
• The minorities in this region would include Hispanics and people of the Indian race.