Mama Ngina Kenyatta at 90: the quiet power behind Kenya’s famous political family
She was by her husband’s side when Kenya won independence 60 years ago and for many turbulent years thereafter.
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Juicy June
It seems like June just got started, but here we are racing towards hot July. June, though, still has some sweet event juice left in it. FunTimers, let’s squeeze June until the last drop!
Uganda’s Ghetto Kids make Britain’s Got Talent history – here’s the reality of ‘orphanages’ around the world
The attention on Ghetto Kids presents a chance to acknowledge the lived realities of approximately 5.4 million children worldwide growing up in institutional care.
Kente: A symbol of the rich culture of the Ashanti people of Ghana
Traditionally, Kente cloth was reserved for Ashanti royalty, where it originated from, who wore it during sacred ceremonies.
Add African American Dads to your Literacy Programs and Watch Magic Happen
In schools where African American boys may show little to no interest in reading, imitation can positively affect their reading success.
Ethiopia’s musicians fled the country after the 1974 revolution – how their unique Afro-inspired culture lives on
Musicians were part of a mass outflow of people from the Horn of Africa that began as a direct outcome of the Ethiopian revolution.
A Glimpse into Zimbabwe’s Ancient Architecture
The ruins are believed to have been built between the 11th and 15th centuries by the ancestors of the Shona people.
One Love, Two Cultures: How to Plan a Wedding for Intercultural Couples
Intercultural weddings provide a unique opportunity to blend traditions, create new experiences, and foster understanding between families.
‘Peter Pan’ Enahoro, Nigerian journalist and publisher, was not afraid to speak his mind – a rarity in African countries
He was a bold journalist who was not afraid to say what he thought was right.
World’s Greatest Football Rivalry Closes Curtain
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have captivated fans across the globe with their edge-of-the-seat performances for both clubs and country.