Celebrating Cameroon Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Cameroon! Today we are honoring this Central African country by delving into its colorful culture.
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Freedom Seeking through Cultural Immersion and African Spirituality in Haiti
On Haiti’s Independence Day, we explore the country’s African history and traditional African practices that were used in tandem with physical revolt during the Haitian Revolution.
7 Interesting Facts on Sudan Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Sudan! Let’s celebrate this North African country with 7 interesting facts.
Remembering the Black Stars Lost in 2020
FunTimes Magazine commemorates some of the Black stars we lost this year and remembers their achievements.
Mama Africa- The Legendary Miriam Makeba
Fondly known as ‘Mama Africa,’ Miriam Makeba was one of South Africa’s great expatriates who wowed the world with her voice. Read more about her life here.
Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Culture and Unity
Kwanzaa was created using the traditional harvest celebrations of the Ashanti and Zulu peoples. The name Kwanzaa is derived from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza” which means “first fruits.”
Libyan Independence Day: The Politics of Muammar al-Gaddafi
On Libyan Independence Day, we take a look inside the political ideologies of former Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi.
The Golden Voice of Africa – Salif Keita
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.’
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.
13th Amendment: The End of Slavery And The Beginning Of The Fight For Equality
Although the ending of slavery is often credited to the Abraham Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclomation in 1863, the amendment to the constitution was not ratified until December 18, 1865.
The Queen of African Pop – Brenda Fassie
From a township near Cape Town, South Africa, to international stardom and performing for thousands, Brenda Fassie became The Queen of African Pop.