Africa is splitting in two: Magnetic data shows the continent could be separated by a new ocean

A new study reveals that Africa is splitting in two – a process that began millions of years ago. Scientists from Keele University have used magnetic data to detect signs of a geological split between Africa and Arabia.
These two land masses were once connected like pieces of a puzzle, but a gradual process of separation has pulled them apart. The separation is spreading from northeast to south across Africa, accompanied by volcanic and seismic activity.

The largest mass in the west includes the most popular African countries such as Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, Ghana, and Namibia.
The smaller mass in the east includes Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, and a large part of Ethiopia.

“These discoveries provide a unique perspective on how our planet is constantly changing and moving beneath our feet,” said Prof. Peter Styles, a geologist at Keele University.