The 5 Best Desserts from the African Diaspora
There are a variety of African desserts, some influenced by the foreign civilizations who settled on the continent, and others based on ingredients that are naturally accessible in the area.
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Celebrate Zambia’s Independence with these 7 Zambian Dishes
Happy Independence Day, Zambia! On October 24th, 1964, this Southern African country gained independence from the United Kingdom. To celebrate, we’re exploring 7 of the country’s most delicious dishes. Let’s jump right in!
History and Elements of African Art
The beginnings of African art history predates documented history and have been preserved in the mists of time. Rock art dates back millennia, while shell beads fashioned into a necklace were discovered in a cave in the furthest reaches of South Africa’s southern peninsula that is 75,000 years old.
From the Clotilde Slave Ship to the NASCAR Cup: Dignity, Shattering Glass Ceilings and Dismantling Racism in NASCAR
On October 4th, 2021, William ‘Bubba’ Wallace became the first African-American racer to win a NASCAR Cup Series race in 58 years.
Halloween Costumes for the Non-Appropriating Fashionista
To prevent people from getting dragged by conscious communities, we are merging the ‘camp’ art of exaggerated and artificial with cosplay to bring you some awesome non-appropriating Halloween costume ideas for the ever-evolving fashionista.
Child Tax Credit: The Magic Bullet to Solve Poverty in America?
The child tax credit has been touted as a ‘Magic Bullet’ to solve poverty. FunTimes consulted with citizens in Philadelphia, California, and Ohio, as well as leaders in non-profit and legislative sectors, to inquire about the impacts of the child tax credit, and to investigate if it indeed is a magic bullet.
Tackling World Hunger on World Food Day
There is no singular, easy solution to world hunger, yet that does not exclude its abolition. We have been fighting to eradicate severe poverty in different parts of the world for almost fifty years.
Journeying Towards Emotional Emancipation: How to Participate in Community Healing Day
Happy Community Healing Day! On every third week of October, this holiday is celebrated to designate healing time for Black communities. This celebration was founded by the Community Healing Network (CHN).
The Reading Quilt: Annie John
A YA Lit book that offers the beautiful Caribbean island of Antigua as the setting of teen angst and rebellion is the focus of this month’s Reading Quilt.
4 Films to Watch for Equatorial Guinea’s Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Equatorial Guinea! On October 12th, 1968, this Central African country gained independence from Spain. Here are some exciting Equatoguinean films that will help you to understand Equatoguinean culture and history.