The Horn Of Africa: Ethiopia In The Narrative Of The Solomonic And Zagwe Dynasties
Located in the Northeastern part of the continent or what would famously be referred to as the “horn of Africa”, the nation has experienced several dynastic rules.
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The Great Zimbabwe: Africa’s Forgotten Empire
Image Source – UNESCO In the heart of Southern Africa, nestled in the highlands of modern-day Zimbabwe, lies the remains of an ancient city that once served as the capital…
5 Interesting Facts About The Old Oyo Empire
Picture source: Nigerian Stories When it comes to old mighty empires, Africa has lots of stories to tell. You can dive into her rich history of conquests, as well as…
Stormy Weather And The Dialectics Of African-American Performance In WWII-Era Hollywood
The 1943 film Stormy Weather sits at a unique intersection in cinematic history, embodying Hollywood’s WWII-era discovery of new audiences and the complex relationship between African-American culture and performance.
Exploring Philadelphia’s Sites And Landmarks Of Black History And Culture
The history of the emancipation of slavery, the independence of America, the civil rights struggle as well as the advancement of African Americans cannot be told without reference to the great city of Philadelphia.
Festival National Des Arts Et De La Culture (Fenac): Celebrating Cameroon’s Biggest Art Festival
Among the many festivals that occur within the year in the Central African country, FENAC has no ethnic or religious appendage attached to it but is set aside to celebrate and promote the country’s multi-ethnic peculiarities and to showcase the rich cultural history of the people expressed in music, arts, dance, and other creative form.
5 Nigerian Unknown Historical Facts You Should Know About
Nigeria, like so many other African countries, has a fascinating history intertwined with antiquity, trade, sculptures, and many other cultural practices which were a major preoccupation of the early people.
Ofala Festival: A Journey Through The Rich Culture Of Southeast Nigeria
The month of October comes with celebrations for many communities in the Southeastern part of Nigeria.
8 Movies That Explored Unique African Cultures And Histories
While films serve to entertain, they also help appreciate and tell tales of our practices and ways of life. However, we sometimes want to see movies explore unique African cultures and even recount some of their histories.
Kwita Izina: The Unique Tradition Behind Rwanda’s Gorilla Naming Ceremony
Think naming ceremonies are just for newborns? Think again! In Rwanda, gorillas get their naming ceremonies, just like humans. Kwita Izina, meaning “to give a name” in Kinyarwanda, has been part of Rwandan culture for centuries.