What is another word for Sub-Saharan Africa?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌbsˈahaɹən ˈafɹɪkə] (IPA) 
Sub-Saharan Africa is a term used to refer to the region of Africa that is located south of the Sahara desert. However, there are different synonyms that are used to refer to this region depending on the context. Some of the synonyms include Black Africa, Tropical Africa, and South of the Sahara Region. Other terms that are used to describe this region include Dark Continent, which is infused with colonialist implications, and African hinterland. Geographically, this region is divided into five regions: Eastern Africa, Western Africa, Southern Africa, Central Africa, and Northern Africa. While the term "Sub-Saharan Africa" is commonly used, it is important to be aware of other synonyms and their connotations in order to use them appropriately.
