The Mercator map of the world is used by many governments and international organisations. But the Correct The Map campaign has revived criticism of its use.

The Mercator projection fosters a false impression that Africa is marginal, an African Union official said.

The African Union has backed a campaign to end the use by governments and international organizations of the 16th-century Mercator map of the world in favor of one that more accurately displays ...

The African Union is championing a drive to replace the 16th-century Mercator world map, arguing its widespread use by governments and international bodies inaccurately depicts Africa's true scale ...

LONDON/DAKAR (Reuters) -The African Union has backed a campaign to end the use by governments and international organisations of the 16th-century Mercator map of the world in favour of one that ...

On the Mercator projection, one of the world’s most popular maps, Greenland and Africa appear to be about the same size. Criticism that the Mercator projection does not accurately reflect Africa ...

Among the 1,500 exhibitors are a group of African gaming professionals showcasing games rooted in the continent's culture and history. " Gamescom is the biggest gaming event in the world.

South Africa remains the most unequal country on Earth, where wealth and poverty exist side by side in stark contrast.