TERM 1 Flashcards
Africa, trade...
How do you describe location?
- name the continent
- name the countries it borders (using compass directions)
- name the oceans it borders/ landlocked
- name the capital & it’s location
When & Where was “The year of return” ?
2019, Ghana
Colonialism Definition
The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
Adaptation Definition
The process of change by which a species becomes better suited to it’s environment
Facts about Africa
- 54 countries
- Continent (second largest after Asia)
- Varied Climates
- 1/5 of total land surface on Earth
What was the point of the “Year of return” ?
- To encourage Ghanaians abroad to come home
- to position Ghana as a travel destination
- Marked 400 years since slaves were taken from Ghana and sent abroad
How did Ghana do “Year of return”
- Became airline/hotel partners
- Donors (World Bank..)
- Events
- Visa help
Impact of Year of Return
- 1.5 million people travelled to Ghana and other African nations
- Increased Tourism Revenues
Regeneration Definition
Regeneration involves strategies to improve an area, through:
-construction of infrastructure,
-development of new housing
-refurbishing existing buildings
-encouraging investment
OR any other activity to improve an area.
Free trade Definition
International Trade without tariffs or restrictions
Trade Definition
The action of buying or selling goods and services
Indirect Control Definition
A form of political/economical control through trade, incentives or business rather than physical presence.
Direct Control Definition
Control imposed on another country and their economy through physical presence, law and colonialism
AfCFTA Definition
African Continental Free Trade Area
Fair trade Definition
Trade between companies in developed countries and producers in developing countries in which fair prices are paid to producers
