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UN approves resolution in support of map that shows Africa’s true size
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The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution in support of a map that shows Africa's true size, using the Equal Earth projection instead of the traditional Mercator map.
The resolution passed with 164 votes in favor, six abstentions, and one opposing vote from the United States, which claimed the measure promoted an ideological agenda.
- Coverage on "UN approves resolution in support of map that shows Africa’s true size" is currently reported by center-aligned outlets with primary documentation.
Key Takeaways
- The United States cast the sole opposing vote
- US opposed the resolution, citing ideological agenda
- Mercator map is traditional, but criticized for inaccuracy
- Equal Earth projection map provides more accurate representation of Africa's size
- Resolution passed to promote more accurate geographic representation
- Resolution aims to depict Africa's true size more accurately
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Total: 4 sources•Published: 16d ago•Last Updated: 46h ago
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- Left: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
- Center: The United Nations General Assembly endorsed a resolution favoring the Equal Earth projection over the familiar Mercator map to depict the true size of Africa
- Right: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
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Expected Outcomes
- More accurate representation of Africa's size on maps
Why It Matters
Promotes geographic awareness and accuracy
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Timeline of this story
- 1h agoIHF: 16 teams will take to the court in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire between 5 and 12 September, for the 33rd CAHB African Men’s Junior Handball Champi
- 1h agoGBC Ghana Online: The United Nations General Assembly endorsed a resolution favoring the Equal Earth projection over the familiar Mercator map to depict the t
- 1h agoThe Guardian Nigeria News: Arinze Madueke: The Entrepreneur Bringing Technology and Football Together in Africa
- 59m agoMS NOW: The U.S. was the only nation to oppose a new world map that more accurately reflects the size of Africa and other regions.
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