Africa… So many wonders are concealed in this word! Not only is this continent a cradleland of civilization, but it’s also one of the richest natural environments that has given birth to a variety of unique cultures. Africa is a limitless source of inspiration. Distinctive African motifs are often used in modern graphic art and web design. Tasty colors of jungles, beautiful tones of savannas, mystical ornaments of aboriginal tribes and incredible colour of African nationalities can be seen in traditional art, music and design.

Especially now that South Africa hosts 2010 FIFA World Cup, millions of eyes are riveted on this amazing land. An event of such scale gives the world community an opportunity to get to know the life of Africa better, both the good and the bad sides of it.

In this post we’ve collected 33 websites that feature authentic African motifs. While some of the following sites have direct relation to Africa and thus, are incorporated with authentic visual concepts, others are just influenced by the inimitable flavor of Africa and use design elements inspired by its natural and cultural life.

So enjoy the showcase and feel the spirit of Africa!

Showcase of Africa-inspired Web Designs

Safarista

The Seen

Ed Peixoto

Corvus

The Code to Africa

Revive Africa

Football made in Africa

Africa Safari

Sourires de la Rue

Agami Creative

Ditley

Africa Guestbook

Rise of Arayan

Delivering Africa

Sprocket House

Bike and Saddle

Giraffe

La Dolce Vita

Freedom Studios

Druff interactive