Researchers have reported significant geological activity in Eastern Africa, particularly at the Turkana Rift, indicating advanced rifting processes. The thinning of the Earth's crust in this region suggests that it may eventually lead to the formation of a new ocean over millions of years. This phenomenon is part of the broader tectonic activity occurring in the East African Rift System, which has been a subject of study for its implications on the continent's geological evolution. The findings contribute to the understanding of continental break-up and the dynamic nature of Earth's surface.
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