Zeresenay Alemseged: The search for humanity's roots

The video explores human evolution, focusing on Africa's role as the cradle of humanity. It introduces Selam, a 3.3-million-year-old child fossil, highlighting its significance in understanding human ancestry. The challenges of paleoanthropology are discussed, emphasizing the importance of fossil evidence. Selam's discovery provides insights into early human features and behaviors, such as upright walking and childhood development. The video concludes with reflections on human legacy and the future challenges faced by Homo sapiens, particularly in Africa.

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