On July 5th, 1975, this bundle of West African islands, also known as Cabo Verde, gained independence from the Portuguese. We are honoring the country by exploring the country’s creole culture and ‘Morna’ music genre.
Happy Independence Day to Comoros! Today we are exploring the country’s intriguing culture and environment.
Happy Independence Day, Malawi. Today in 1964, this Southeastern African country gained independence from the British. Today we are delving into the once-secret Malawian practice that persisted despite British colonialism: the Gule Wamkulu.
Happy Independence Day, Algeria. Today we are exploring the history, inspiration, and impact of the world-renowned film, ‘The Battle of Algiers’.
The concept of ‘free’ and ‘independent’ in American society is relative. Today, children, who have absconded in search of a better life, lay under foil blankets at ICE concentration camps, and Black and brown community members lay 6 feet under due to systems of injustice.
Researchers have brought a serious issue in midwifery to surface. They stress the importance of midwives and their need to better understand the skill and science of being one, specifically within their emotional intelligence.
Rwanda and Burundi celebrate independence days on July 1st. Today we are exploring the connection between these bordering countries, ‘Tutsi’ and ‘Hutu’ constructs, tribalism, and colonial roots of the tribal conflicts that plague these central eastern countries.
In honor of Somalia’s Independence, we are investigating the political unrest in the country, the 2021 elections, and the historical memory of Somalia’s past dictatorship.
This is an ode to Congolese music, which has made a huge imprint on African culture and the African diaspora globally, by exploring 5 iconic Congolese songs to add to your playlist.
Happy Independence Day, Seychelles. On June 29th, 1976, this island off the coast of East Africa gained independence from the British. Today we are learning how the nation has become prosperous and exploring its creole culture and cuisine.
