Why don't people realize that there are different types of Black people in Africa?

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Not all Sub-Saharan Black Africans have flat noses and thick lips (although I think those features are beautiful).

I agree with everyones answers, thanks:)

no I'm talking about Native Africans.

Answer 1

I assume you're talking about Americans? Well, Africans in America are all considered the same because many don't know what they are as their origins were lost during the slave trade. In comparisson, many Asians in Americaare all called "asian" but because they know where there family was before they came here, they are not all considered the same.

Answer 2

I guess some people like being ignorant when it comes to black people, especially Africans. Africans are the most diverse people on the planet of course not all of them have flat noses, thick lips, and even brown eyes:

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Answer 3

Unfortunately, most people (all colors living in the U.S.), don't know much about African tribes. Of course, they don't know much about Indian (the People) tribes, Filipino tribes, etc. Part of it is that most people are ignorant about such matters. Another facet is there is just too much information out there. About the only African tribes I can remember any more are the Bantus and Zulus
I am sorry to say that too many people are not only ignorant but have to be rude (impolite; well, something far worse, I am afraid).
I know some Africans have such fine features that would make any American model/movie star jealous, not only now but in the past.
I agree with what you are saying and apologize for this type of comment you are refering to.
One last comment: Filipinos often have flat noses! My wife does...I like it (on her).
Best idea: remember we are all part of the "Family of Man" and forget all that nonsense!

Answer 4

Hell, people don't even realize Africa is a continent and not a country, lol. But yeah, you're right. A lot of people in East Africa (Ethiopia, Somalia) look different than black people of Sub-saharan African descent.

Answer 5

Okay but true FULL africans so have those features.I agree with jjims theres a reason why ethiopians and eritreans have that diffrent look wikipedia would be a good place if you do not believe me ethiopians arenot a variety of blacks...domincans....they're your variety but its stupid to point to ethiopians cause they dont identify with blacks.

Answer 6

Some people have closed minds, they think all Black people look a certain way, and then when they look different they always say they're not "all" Black. It reminds me of what people say about Hispanics, they assume they all look one way also. Black people come in all shades and we have varying features also.

Answer 7

Yes, I've met a variety of different types of South Africans. I had to admit, I was surprised at how some of them looked white or spoke as if they were British. I guess it all depends on the person and their ancestry.

Answer 8

Look who that question is coming from- A Racist. I pay them no mind because they are not altogether. You don't have to prove anything to these people on here

Answer 9

nobody says that except ralph kramden and his 500 usernames, most other human beings are not as ignorant as IT

Answer 10

I know a lot of black people with slim noses and medium size lips even though I hardly ever see a black person with small lips. Really full lips is a black person's trademark.