Event Brief
UN backs new map showing Africa’s true size
By The BriefBrief · Sources (10)
Filed: Sep 05, 2026 at 3:04 AM ET
Summary: The UN General Assembly approved a resolution to update maps to more accurately reflect Africa’s true size. Supporters said the long-used Mercator world map distorts country sizes, affecting how they are perceived.
WHO: UN General Assembly
WHAT: Approved a resolution to change world maps to more accurately show Africa’s true size
WHEN: Sep 05, 2026 at 12:13 AM ET
WHERE: United Nations (location not specified)
WHY: The resolution was backed to address distortions from the Mercator world map that supporters said change how countries are seen.
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