Togo’s fight against centuries-old map revives debate over African representation

A plan by Togo to ask the United Nations General Assembly in September to move away from the Mercator world map has revived a broader debate over how different projections can shape perceptions of Africa.

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May 10, 2026 - 14:26
Togo’s fight against centuries-old map revives debate over African representation
A plan by Togo to ask the United Nations General Assembly in September to move away from the Mercator world map has revived a broader debate over how different projections can shape perceptions of Africa.
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