Celebrating eSwatini Independence Day
On this day, September 6, 1968, eSwatini achieved independence from the British. Join us as we celebrate this South African country. Let’s jump right in!
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September 5, 1859 Our Nig becomes first book by an African American woman to be published
In 1859 Harriet Wilson became the first African American woman to publish a book. Her book, Our Nig, tells the story of Frido, an African American girl living and working in antebellum New Hampshire.
Celebrating Trinidad and Tobago on Independence Day
Happy Independence Day to Trinidad and Tobago! On this day, August 31, 1962, the islands known as Trinidad and Tobago gained independence from Great Britain. Join us as we uncover the unique history of this Caribbean country and celebrate its African diasporic culture
A Dream Deferred: Reflecting on Martin Luther King’s ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech 57 Years Later
While the 57th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s legendary ‘I Have a Dream’ speech settles among us, violence on Black bodies begs the question—Are we moving towards Martin Luther King’s dream of racial equality, or have we ‘integrated into a burning building’ like Dr. King feared?
Senegal Independence Day
Happy Independence Day to Senegal! Today, August 20th, FunTimes celebrates the various facets of Senegalese history, culture, politics and identity. Let’s jump right in!
FunTimes Celebrates Gabon on Independence Day
August 17th, 1960, Gabon gained independence from France. Join us as we celebrate this beautiful country by giving a brief outline of its history and culture.
Considering Conflict in Central African Republic on Independence
August 13th, 1960 – The Central African Republic (CAR) declared independence from France. However, liberation is not a privilege the country enjoys, as CAR has experienced unimaginable violence and civil unrest since its independence and is currently in a Civil War. Join us as we reveal the history, horror and motivations lying underneath the conflicts that exists in the country.
Exploring Chad on Independence Day
On this day, August 11th of 1960, Chad declared independence from France. FunTimes invites you to take a journey inside the intriguing Pan-African history of triumph and turmoil in Chad.
FunTimes Celebrates Ivory Coast on Independence Day
Happy Independence Day to Ivory Coast! On this day, August 7th of 1960, Ivory Coast declared independence from French colonialists. Join us as we honor the country’s vibrant culture, delicious food, rich soil and proverbial wisdom.
Celebrating Jamaican Independence Day
Happy Independence Day Jamaica! Today, on August 6th of 1962, Jamaica officially declared independence from the British. We are taking a peek inside this gorgeous country to see the foundations that were laid for its influential culture and customs