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Modern humans (Homo sapiens) originated in Africa about 200,000–300,000 years ago.
Around 60,000–70,000 years ago, they began to migrate out of Africa to other continents.
As they spread, they replaced or interbred with other human species such as Neanderthals and Denisovans.
Genetics, fossils, and archaeology all support Africa as the cradle of humanity.