Happy Independence Day, Kenya! On December 12th, 1963, the Republic of Kenya, or Jamhuri Ya Kenya, gained independence from the British. To celebrate the country’s independence, we are exploring wise proverbs from the East African country.
On March 21st, 1990, Namibia gained independence day from South Africa. To celebrate this Southern African country, we are exploring delicious and adventurous Namibian cuisine.
On March 20th, 1956, Tunisia gained independence from the French. To celebrate this North African country, we are exploring Tunisia’s Arab influence, the ancient city of Carthage, and the concept of ‘Blackness’ in regard to North Africa.
On March 12th, 1968, Mauritius gained independence from the British. To celebrate this country’s independence, we are exploring 5 of the country’s most intriguing dishes.
Happy Independence Day, Dominican Republic! On February 27, 1844, this Caribbean country gained independence from the Spanish. To celebrate, we are exploring 6 artists and content creators of Dominican descent. Let’s jump right in!
Happy Independence Day, St. Lucia! On February 22, 1979, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British.
Happy Independence Day, Gambia! On February 18th, this West African country gained independence from the British. To celebrate, we are exploring Gambia’s traditional storytelling, fashion, and food mediums, and their influences on modern culture
Happy Independence Day, Grenada! In honor of the country’s fight for freedom, we are examining the country’s African history and resistance to slavery, including its creolized storytelling forms, and Fedon’s rebellion. Join us!
On January 1st, 1960, the West-Central African country known as French Cameroun gained independence from the French. To celebrate the country’s independence, we are exploring the country’s growing political instability, including the Anglophone crisis, concentrated in the northern part of the country, and other related events.
On January 1st, 1966, this Northeast African country gained independence from the British. To celebrate this country’s independence, we are exploring the country’s 2021 coup, protests, and political instability.
