The Sad Story of Saartjie Baartman
Imagine being so different from others that you get put on display at freak shows in London and Paris. Without your permission,...
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Meet The Himba Tribe With Its Red Women
In Southern Africa, there is a tribe called Himba that is known for its red women. For many years, the Himba tribe...
Biton Coulibaly: The King of SEGOU KINGDOM
The word “SEGOU” has different meanings; from being interpreted as ‘the foot of a Shea butter tree’ to ‘being named after a...
Does DNA Testing Really Help Find Your African Roots?
Knowing your ancestral history is an integral part of learning more about yourself. Finding out where exactly in the world you come...
Why Was Queen Cleopatra VII So Influential?
One of the most famous ancient Egyptian rulers was Queen Cleopatra VII Philopator. She was the last ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom...
The Life of the Legendary Queen Amina
There are many tales of Queen Amina in Nigeria. From fighting heroic battles to her tragic love life, she was truly a...