This 4-vol. set covers covers the peoples, cultures, and complex history of the Africa regions south of the Sahara. The articles describe such topics as archaeology family and kinship; government; politics and law; and African arts; cultures; and languages.

articles cover prominent individuals, events, trends, places, political movements, art forms, business and trade, religions, ethnic groups, organizations, and countries throughout Africa.

Africa is a vast continent, home to many millions of people. Its history stretches back millennia and encompasses some of the most ancient civilizations in the world. Modern Africa boasts a rich cultural heritage, the legacy of many diverse influences from all around the world, reflecting the central role African plays in world history.

covers topics in fields such as politics, history, economics, religion, and sociology.

explores the ways in which the peoples of Africa and their politics, states, societies, economies, environments, cultures and arts were transformed during the twentieth century.

presents information about the civil wars which have taken place in Africa over the years of the independence era since 1945.

back to 1976. Explore a country's government and political history. political parties, and legislatures. Includes key facts and issues current to the edition for the year you are researching.