African societies survived climate shifts for millennia by diversifying how they lived

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Jun 26, 2025, 4:28 am126 pts
Livelihood diversity wasn't just a feature of ancient African societies; it was key to survival. New research covering millennia of African history reveals that livelihood diversification enabled ancient societies across the continent to adapt to major climate shifts. The findings suggest that long-term…

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