Who Named Africa? Why Does Africa Appear Small On The World Map?

For thousands of years, the people of Africa did not call their land “Africa.” So where did the name come from? In this long-form history documentary, we uncover the true origins of the word Africa — from a small Roman province in modern Tunisia to the name of the second-largest continent on Earth. We explore five powerful theories behind the name, including: • The Roman “Land of the Afri” • The Berber word Ifri (cave dwellers) • Phoenician traders and the “land of dust” • Ancient Greek ideas of a land without cold • Ancient Egyptian spiritual meanings tied to the birthplace of humanity We also examine the indigenous name Alkebulan, often described as “The Mother of Mankind,” and how European maps slowly stretched the word Africa across the entire continent. This story is not just about a name — it is about power, maps, identity, and how history is written. If you are interested in African history, lost civilizations, colonial mapping, or the origins of the modern world, this documentary is for you. #Africa #AfricanHistory #HistoryOfAfrica #Alkebulan #AncientAfrica #AfricanIdentity #HistoryDocumentary #DecolonizeHistory #MapsAndPower