Birth of a New Ocean - The Splitting of Africa

The Splitting of Africa:
Birth of a New Ocean" takes viewers on a brief yet captivating journey into the geological marvel of Africa's division.
Triggered by the emergence of the East African Rift in 2005, the tectonic plates beneath the continent are shifting, propelling Africa to gradually split into two distinct landmasses.
This seismic transformation is set to give rise to Earth's sixth ocean, flooding the newly formed rift with waters from the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.
Expert insights reveal the potential for expanded coastlines, trade opportunities, and the emergence of a separate continent.
Despite the gradual pace, this profound event underscores the ever-changing nature of our planet, with the full separation of Africa projected to unfold over the next 5 to 10 million years.