Here's why:
* Vast Number of Languages: Africa is home to over 2,000 distinct languages, many of which are unique and not closely related to languages spoken elsewhere in the world.
* Linguistic Families: Africa has a wide variety of language families, including Afro-Asiatic, Niger-Congo, Nilo-Saharan, and Khoisan, each with its own unique branches and variations.
* Historical Factors: Africa's long history and diverse cultures have contributed to the development of a wide array of languages, with different groups evolving distinct languages over time.
While Asia has a large number of speakers, many of its languages belong to a few major language families. Africa's language diversity is notable for its sheer number of languages and their often complex relationships.