De La Soul is coming to streaming services – a brief guide to their best work
Since their debut album Three Feet High And Rising in 1989, De La Soul have been challenging and changing the sound of hip hop.
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When the events come marchin’ in!
March officially gives us a good reason to celebrate their power, prowess and passion during Women’s History Month.
Nigeria’s natural resources are under threat – urgent steps a new president must take
Nigeria’s biological and physical environments – in particular, its forests, inland waters and coastal waters – have inevitably been affected by its population growth.
18 Black History Movies to Watch Even After Black History Month
Movies about Black culture often focus on well-known historical events like the enslavement of Africans and the civil rights movement. However, there are films that depict Black joy and everyday…
Nigeria elections: the surprising influence of Afrobeats music on politics
In the run-up to Nigeria’s February 2023 elections, the country’s younger generation has mobilised to demand change and redefine the political landscape – and music has been pivotal.
The women who stood with Martin Luther King Jr. and sustained a movement for social change
Photographs of the march show women attended in large numbers, yet few historical accounts adequately credit women for their leadership and support.
The Tuskegee Airmen And Their Contribution To The Military During World War II
Their service and dedication to the military during a time when racism was rampant is a testament to their courage and patriotism.
The Harlem Renaissance and its impact on Black art and culture.
During the Harlem Renaissance, Black artists, writers, musicians, and intellectuals converged in Harlem to express their cultural identity and resist racial discrimination.
The Ancient Origin Of The Bàtá Drum
An essential drum used by the Yoruba people is the Bàtá, a double-headed drum shaped like an hourglass with one cone more significant than the other.
Black History Reimagined!
To truly celebrate Black history, we must reimagine it. We must expand our understanding of Black history beyond a few select figures and events and embrace the full diversity of Black experiences.