How Senegal is decolonising its heritage and re-imagining an African future
Senegal’s reinterpretation of heritage sites enables it to overcome the legacies of the slave trade and colonialism.
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Who invented Jollof rice? Senegal beats Ghana and Nigeria to the title
The authorship – and therefore origins – of jollof rice (called ceebu jën in Senegal according to the Wolof spelling) is the subject of a spicy debate between West African nations.
How Black people in the 19th century used photography as a tool for social change
To pose for a photograph became an empowering act for African Americans. It served as a way to counteract racist caricatures that distort facial features and mocked Black society.
The Preservation and Celebration of African Languages and Dialects
The necessity to address the preservation and appreciation of African languages and dialects has become crucial.
DNA study opens a window into African civilisations that left a lasting legacy
Pre-colonial African history is alive with tales of civilisations rising and falling and of different cultures intermingling across the continent.
5 Major Historical Contributions by Black Inventors
It is critical to acknowledge and appreciate Black innovators’ accomplishments, not just for their historical value but also for the inspiration they bring to future generations.
Harry Belafonte: a singer and actor but an activist at heart
Belafonte led a life of tireless activism and was present at the many peaks of 20th-century civil and human rights struggles across the globe.
Great Expectations: why it’s not historically inaccurate for a Dickens character to be Black
The idea that there were no Black people in Britain in Dickensian times is prevalent, but wrong.
Looking back on the 2022 FIFA World Cup: A tournament of surprises and controversy
The tournament featured a highly competitive group stage, increased global representation in the knockout rounds, dramatic upsets and outstanding individual performances.
How hip-hop has enhanced American education over the past 50 years, from rec rooms to classrooms
Educators are not only remembering the obvious ways hip-hop has influenced language and fashion or provided the soundtrack to our study sessions and sports events, but we are also acknowledging how hip-hop has changed education.