Why does West Africa have so many different cultures?

Answer 1

because the countries in west Africa was colonized by different nations. thereby being exposed to different ways of life. though the cultures are different, they have many similarities, just little differences depending on the community.

Answer 2

Africa has a lot of different kind of cultures, but the three important ones are Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa. These three cultures are the most important cultures in Nigeria.

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(New answer)

Africa is one of the largest continents, and has hundreds of different cultures and languages. It is comprised of 53 independent nations, and hundreds of tribal and ethnic groups. A better way to ask this question would be to decide on a particular region or country to investigate. The previous responder provided a good start :)

Answer 3

being able to speak more than one language

there are many ethnic groups

are not united by a single religion or common language