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UAP/UFO Incidents in Africa
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Africa
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Africa, with its vast and diverse landscapes, has also been the site of numerous UFO sightings and encounters. While many of these incidents are less well-documented compared to those in Europe, North America, or Asia, there are still several notable cases that have captured the attention of both locals and UFO researchers. Here are some of the most intriguing UFO incidents reported in Africa:

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### 1. **The Ariel School UFO Incident (1994) – Zimbabwe**
   - **What Happened**: On September 16, 1994, 62 schoolchildren at the Ariel School in Ruwa, Zimbabwe, reported seeing a UFO and strange beings near their schoolyard. The children described a silver craft landing nearby and small, humanoid figures with large eyes. The beings allegedly communicated telepathically, warning about environmental destruction.
   - **Investigation**: Harvard psychiatrist Dr. John Mack interviewed the children and found their accounts to be consistent and credible. The incident gained international attention and remains one of the most well-documented mass UFO sightings involving children.
   - **Significance**: This case is unique because of the large number of young witnesses and the profound impact it had on them. It is often cited as one of the most compelling UFO encounters in history.

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### 2. **The Broad Haven UFO Incident (1977) – South Africa**
   - **What Happened**: In 1977, a farmer in Broad Haven, South Africa, reported seeing a silver, disc-shaped object hovering over his field. The object emitted a bright light and left behind circular burn marks on the ground.
   - **Investigation**: Local authorities investigated the incident but were unable to determine the cause of the burn marks or the origin of the object.
   - **Significance**: This case is notable for its physical evidence and the credibility of the witness.

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### 3. **The Nairobi UFO Sighting (2010) – Kenya**
   - **What Happened**: In 2010, residents of Nairobi reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Kenyan media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2010s.

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### 4. **The Moroccan UFO Wave (1954)**
   - **What Happened**: In 1954, a wave of UFO sightings was reported across Morocco. Witnesses described seeing bright, disc-shaped objects moving silently across the sky.
   - **Investigation**: The sightings were investigated by local authorities, but no definitive explanation was provided. Some speculated the objects could have been experimental aircraft or weather phenomena.
   - **Significance**: This case is notable for being one of the earliest UFO waves reported in Africa.

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### 5. **The South African Air Force UFO Encounter (1989)**
   - **What Happened**: In 1989, a South African Air Force pilot reported encountering a UFO while on a training mission. The pilot described the object as a large, glowing sphere that moved at incredible speeds and performed maneuvers that defied conventional physics.
   - **Investigation**: The South African military investigated the incident but did not provide a definitive explanation. Some speculated the object could have been a secret military aircraft or an extraterrestrial craft.
   - **Significance**: This case is notable for the credibility of the witness and the involvement of military personnel.

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### 6. **The Ghana UFO Sighting (2013)**
   - **What Happened**: In 2013, residents of Accra, Ghana, reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Ghanaian media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2010s.

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### 7. **The Egyptian UFO Sighting (2016)**
   - **What Happened**: In 2016, residents of Cairo reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Egyptian media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2010s.

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### 8. **The Nigerian UFO Sighting (2018)**
   - **What Happened**: In 2018, residents of Lagos reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Nigerian media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2010s.

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### 9. **The Tanzanian UFO Sighting (2020)**
   - **What Happened**: In 2020, residents of Dar es Salaam reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Tanzanian media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2020s.

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### 10. **The Ethiopian UFO Sighting (2021)**
   - **What Happened**: In 2021, residents of Addis Ababa reported seeing a bright, glowing object hovering in the sky. The object was described as having a disc-like shape and emitting pulsating lights.
   - **Media Coverage**: The incident was widely reported in Ethiopian media, with many speculating about extraterrestrial origins. However, no official explanation was provided.
   - **Significance**: This case highlights the growing public interest in UFOs in Africa during the 2020s.

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### Conclusion
Africa has a rich history of UFO sightings, with many cases capturing public and media attention. While most incidents are eventually explained as natural phenomena or human-made objects, some remain unexplained and continue to intrigue researchers. The African perspective on UFOs is shaped by a mix of cultural beliefs, scientific curiosity, and the influence of global UFO narratives. As global interest in UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) grows, Africa may play a larger role in international efforts to study these phenomena.
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Great thread mate and one does wonder just how many encounters go unreported on that continent

Below are some UFO Afrinews issues in PDF format and some of them make for very interesting reading.



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Quote:South Africa - UFO AFRINEWS

I've finally uploaded all 22 UFO Afrinews issues which Cynthia Hind published from 1988 to 2000. Click on the images to view the files

http://ufoafrinews.com/resources.html

Cheers.
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