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UN Votes to Fix the World’s Map | Uganda News
The UN just voted to ditch the outdated Mercator map—164 countries say it’s time for a fairer view of the world, with the U.S. the lone holdout. This century-old projection makes Africa look tiny next to Greenland, distorting reality and downplaying equatorial nations’ potential. The African Union has already switched to the Equal Earth projection, calling for maps that reflect true geography—and dignity. As one diplomat put it, “A fair world begins with a fair map.” Though not legally binding, this vote signals a global shift toward more accurate, equitable cartography. Listen in comfort:Get…
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