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BEAUTIFUL AFRICA

BEAUTIFUL AFRICA

By Susan AdedoyinPublished 2 years ago 2 min read
BEAUTIFUL AFRICA
Photo by Lina Loos on Unsplash

In the heart of the sun's warm embrace,

A continent unfolds, a vast and ancient space.

Africa, a tapestry of hues untold,

Where tales of beauty and courage unfold.

From the golden sands of the Sahara's dance,

To the lush greenery of the Congo's expanse.

Mountains reaching for the sky's embrace,

Valleys echoing with nature's grace.

Savannahs stretching, a canvas of gold,

Where lions roam and stories are told.

Elephants march, wise and grand,

In a symphony written by nature's hand.

Rivers carving through the earth's deep crust,

A lifeline for creatures, a source of trust.

Nile's timeless flow, history untold,

Where ancient secrets and mysteries unfold.

Underneath acacia trees, stories are spun,

Of tribes and cultures, their battles won.

Maasai warriors, proud and strong,

Guardians of traditions, a legacy long.

Kilimanjaro, a majestic peak,

Wearing a snowy crown, voices it speaks.

Majestic wildlife, a mesmerizing show,

From antelopes leaping to the rhino's slow.

The rhythm of the Djembe in the night,

Underneath the stars, a flickering light.

Dances that echo through the moonlit air,

Tales of ancestors, a heritage to share.

Victoria Falls, a thunderous might,

A spectacle framed by the moonlight.

Rainbow's embrace, a colorful kiss,

Nature's poetry, an eternal bliss.

Through the Serengeti, a migration's song,

A symphony of hoofbeats, swift and strong.

Wildebeests and zebras, a moving tide,

In nature's grand theater, where life collides.

Madagascar, an island of wonders rare,

Where lemurs leap through the jungle's lair.

Unique species, a biodiversity bloom,

In nature's garden, where life finds room.

The Sahara whispers tales of ancient trades,

Caravans traversing its golden shades.

Timbuktu, a city of knowledge and fame,

In the desert's embrace, a cultural flame.

Colonial echoes, scars that remain,

A history complex, a narrative to regain.

Yet resilience shines in every face,

Africa's spirit, a resilient embrace.

Nelson Mandela, a beacon so bright,

In the fight for justice, a guiding light.

From apartheid's shadow to freedom's day,

A testament of hope, a powerful ray.

A continent of contrasts, vibrant and diverse,

Where challenges persist, yet dreams immerse.

Africa, a melody that continues to play,

In the dawn of tomorrow, a brighter day.

In the cradle of humanity, stories unfold,

A legacy written in sands of gold.

Africa, a journey through time and space,

A living testament of grace and embrace.

History

About the Creator

Susan Adedoyin

I am a multifaceted creator with a passion for writing, reading, arts and culture, spirituality, filmmaking and health.I weave narrative that explore the depths of human experience, offering insights into the realms of literature.

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