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Can I use my credit card in Egypt?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Credit cards are another safe way to carry money.Most mid- and high-end tourist hotels will accept major credit cards, with Visa and MasterCard having the widest acceptance in Egypt. American Express is less commonly accepted but still useful in higher-end facilities. Diner’s Club is rarely accepted in Egypt. Are credit cards accepted internationally? Visa and […]

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Does South Africa have a submarine?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Submarines. The South African Navy purchased three new Type 209/T. 1400 class submarines (SSK) submarines to replace its decommissioned Daphné class submarines. As of 12 November 2018 three vessels are in commission. Does South Africa have a destroyer? South Africa has a total naval strength of 40 assets. Notably the country currently has no aircraft […]

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How big is Rwanda compared to Kenya?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Kenya is approximately 580,367 sq km, while Rwanda is approximately 26,338 sq km, making Rwanda 4.54% the size of Kenya. Is Rwanda bigger than Nairobi? Rwanda is approximately 26,338 sq km, while Kenya is approximately 580,367 sq km, making Kenya 2,104% larger than Rwanda. What state is Rwanda the same size as? aCOUNTRY OVERVIEW Rwanda […]

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Where did Vasco da Gama land in Mozambique?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Da Gama’s fleet finally arrived in Malindi on 7 January 1499, in a terrible state – approximately half of the crew had died during the crossing, and many of the rest were afflicted with scurvy. Why did Vasco da Gama go to Mozambique? In order to impose a monopoly on the spice trade, da Gama […]

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What was the Society of Great Zimbabwe like?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

At its largest Great Zimbabwe had a population of between 10 000 and 20 000 people. Most of them lived far away from the main stone buildings, with only 200 to 300 royals and advisers living inside the main city, which was the centre of their society. How did society develop in Great Zimbabwe? With […]

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Which town in Kenya started as an agricultural center?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Thika. Thika lies to the North – East of Nairobi. It is the sixth largest urban centre in Kenya. It started off as an agricultural marketing centre and today it is a leading industrial centre – hence its nickname “the Birmingham of Kenya”. Which town started as an agricultural Centre? Nyeri. Nyeri is the largest […]

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What kind of Arabic is spoken in Tunisia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tunisian Arabic. The vast majority of the population today speaks Tunisian Arabic (also called Derja) as their native language, which is mutually intelligible to a limited degree with other Maghrebi Arabic dialects. Is Tunisian Arabic different? Tunisian Arabic is a Maghrebi Arabic dialect or variety that is spoken in the Republic of Tunisia, and it […]

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What countries belong to the African Union?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The AU is made up of 55 Member States which represent all the countries on the African continent.Member States. Member State Abbreviation Date of joining the OAU or AU Arab Republic of Egypt Egypt 25 May 1963 Libya Libya 25 May 1963 Islamic Republic of Mauritania Mauritania 25 May 1963 Kingdom of Morocco Morocco 1963/31 […]

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How many Tunisians live in Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

25,645 Canadians. Tunisian Canadians (Arabic: التونسيون الكنديون‎) are Canadians of Tunisian descent or Tunisians who have Canadian citizenship. Most Tunisian Canadians speak Arabic, French or English. According to the 2016 Census there were 25,645 Canadians who claimed Tunisian ancestry. Where do most Tunisians live? Roughly two-thirds of Tunisian citizens live in urban areas, and the […]

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How much cash can I take into Botswana?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

When you are entering or leaving Botswana you are required to declare Pula and/or foreign currency bank notes in your possession the amount of which equals to or exceeds an equivalent of Ten Thousand Pula (P10,000). You need not declare Travellers cheques and other monetary instruments. What can I take into Botswana? Botswana duty free […]

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Is Egypt or Rome older?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

It is FALSE. Ancient Egypt survived for more than 3000 years, from the year 3150 BC to 30 BC, a unique fact in history. By way of comparison, ancient Rome lasted 1229 years, from its birth in 753 BC to its fall in 476 AD. Is Egypt the oldest civilization? The Ancient Egyptian Civilization Ancient […]

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Where is diamond mined in Uganda?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

It said although no economic deposits were discovered, small diamonds and indicator minerals were discovered in many areas like southern Karamoja region, and Katakwi district. The Investment authority said Cresta Mining carried out exploration for diamonds in the basic volcanics of Kabale and Kisoro districts. How much is diamond in Uganda? Uganda Diamond Rate FAQs […]

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What are 3 countries in Africa?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Countries in Africa: # Country Subregion 1 Nigeria Western Africa 2 Ethiopia Eastern Africa 3 Egypt Northern Africa 4 DR Congo Middle Africa What are the 3 most important countries in Africa? Egypt, South Africa and Nigeria are the top most powerful countries in Africa, according to US News and World Report’s 2019 power ranking. […]

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Who came to South Africa first?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The first European settlement in southern Africa was established by the Dutch East India Company in Table Bay (Cape Town) in 1652. Created to supply passing ships with fresh produce, the colony grew rapidly as Dutch farmers settled to grow crops. Who lived in South Africa before 1652? Before the arrival of Europeans, the area […]

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Does Morocco speak English?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

English is not widely spoken in Morocco overall, with around one in six or seven people on average having some English skills. However, any holiday resorts or complexes will always have plenty of English speakers in. What percentage of Morocco speaks English? According to a 2012 study by the Government of Spain, 98% of Moroccans […]

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