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.
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 necessity to address the preservation and appreciation of African languages and dialects has become crucial.
Africa is endowed with up to 45,000 plant species – about 25% of the world’s plant genetic resources.
The creation of the Wakandan African identity has been a contentious issue.
In Nigeria, the Igbo tribe, over generations, has built a custom that provides postpartum care for mothers with newborns called Omugwo.
May is here and happening! The grass never grows under May’s busy feet. So, take advantage, and check out these low-cost or free activities.
The ocean produces over half of the world’s oxygen and absorbs 50 times more carbon dioxide than the atmosphere. Its health is key to survival.
Pre-colonial African history is alive with tales of civilisations rising and falling and of different cultures intermingling across the continent.
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.
