Rediscovering Our Roots: The Significance of African Movie Industries in Preserving and Displaying African History
Filmmakers have become custodians of history and must work tirelessly to provide accurate descriptions of the African experience.
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Hidden Gems of Black History
History is replete with tales of courage, and determination of many men and women of Black origin.
Legends of the Game: Celebrating the Legacy of Philadelphia Black Sports Athletes
Philadelphia has remained a city with a rich history in sports and has produced several remarkable Black athletes who through their skills, dedication, and excellence have gone on to become legends in their various fields of sports.
Exploring Philadelphia’s Black Heroes: Guion Bluford, Octavius V. Catto, Rebecca J. Cole, Dr. Helen Octavia Dickens, Crystal Bird Fauset, Jessie Redmon Fauset, James Forten, and Francis Ellen Watkins Harper.
Known for its crucial role in the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the city is home to a rich history of monuments and an array of ethnic nationalities amongst which are the Black heroes whose courage, resilience, and commitment have impacted the growth of American Democracy.
Green Gold Rush: The African Nations Leading the Renewable Energy Charge
On average, African countries use renewables for 40.5% of their electricity generation. This is higher than the global average (34.1%), the EU average (39.1%), the UK (37.9%), Japan (18.6%) and the US (17.9%).
The Growing Influence of AfroBeat in Philadelphia
With a 40.83% Black population, the popularity of Afrobeat has continued to soar especially as a good number of Nigerians and Ghanaians make up this demographic.
From Marathons to MMA: African Athletes Dominate the Global Sports Arena
Whether it be the Olympic event, commonwealth games, or the World Championships in Athletics, African athletes have not only made a good representation of themselves but have also gathered a medal haul that is a representation of their success.
How Interracial Marriages Are Bridging The Gaps Between African And European Traditions
Through cross-cultural marriages, prejudices are being dismantled, and there is a growing appreciation and understanding of the customs, values, beliefs, and diversity of the African and European traditions which have created more social acceptability.
Smart Farming: Drones, Sensors, and the Future of African Agriculture
Also referred to as precision agriculture, smart farming refers to using technological tools to improve the quantity and quality of agricultural products while enhancing the human labor process.
How Mobile Money is Transforming Financial Transaction in Africa
The introduction of various mobile money platforms (Fintech) has revolutionized the ease of conducting financial transactions across Africa.