
How Africa's East African Rift Actually Works
Published: July 27, 2026
Duration: 12:58
What if Africa is literally tearing itself apart right now, creating a brand new ocean? In this episode, Daniel Torres breaks down the incredible science behind the East African Rift and why it's not just internet hype - it's real geology happening under our feet.
On Proof Positive, we explore how Africa's massive rift system stretches 3,700 miles from the Red Sea to Mozambique, pulling apart at the same rate your fingernails grow. You'll discover why the Afar Triangle in Ethiopia sits 400 feet below sea level and ranks as one of Earth's hottest spots, learn how scientists track these tiny movements...