TikTok Video Challenges Traditional History of Africa

South African TikToker Challenges Traditional Narrative of African History A recent TikTok video by newsnexussa has sparked debate by challenging the commonly accepted narrative of Africa's history. The video, which has garnered over 23,400 views in less than three hours, argues that Africa was not 'discovered' by Europeans, but rather that established civilizations and trade routes existed centuries before European arrival. The speaker, a young South African man, states, "You didn't discover Africa; you invaded it." He supports this claim by citing the existence of cities like Kilwa and Mombasa, and evidence of trade with India and China dating back centuries. The video uses maps and images to illustrate these historical connections. While some may find the video's assertions controversial, it raises important questions about the perspective from which history is often taught. The video's popularity suggests a strong public interest in revisiting and re-evaluating historical narratives.