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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on Africa and maps: drawn true, its scale and promise can't be ignored | Editorial

Mercator projection distorts continent sizes, exaggerating northern regions and diminishing Africa, shaping perceptions and politics; Equal Earth offers more accurate area representation.
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3 weeks ago

African Union joins call for true-to-size world map to replace Mercator version

The Mercator map distorts continent sizes, enlarging areas near the poles while shrinking Africa and South America. This false representation influences media, education, and policy.
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