I didn't know much of the information that you put here, but I see many similarities between this race and others, which are not precisely from Africa. I am struck by the idea of structuring their government cabinets with relatives. A practice that is still in force in many countries and although it may give more security to the government in office, it also lends itself to corruption. Reviewing the history of Africa makes me see where the root of many of the internal problems and conflicts that affect some parts of Africa lie. I once watched a documentary about the marriages of the Kanem-Bornu ethnic group and was amazed at how young people get married and the responsibility that any family owner takes on. As always, interesting, @samminator