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The Gada System and the Namoratunga II Site: One Of Oldest Star Calendar In The World

Introduction Asmerom Legesse’s groundbreaking publication in 1973, Gada: Three Approaches to the Study of African Society, introduced the Gada system, a rich and indigenous socio-political institution that plays a crucial role in regulating various aspects of Oromo life, including its Read More …

Frantz Fanon: The Revolutionary Mind That Exposed Colonialism’s Psychological Chains

Frantz Omar Fanon, a notable figure in the fields of psychology, philosophy, and revolutionary thought, emerged as a critical voice against colonialism in the 20th century. His ideas have significantly influenced post-colonial studies, critical theory, and social movements worldwide, establishing Read More …

The Almohad Caliphate: The Powerful North African Empire That Ruled Spain and the Maghreb

Introduction The Almohad Caliphate, also known as the Almohad Empire, was a significant North African empire ruled by a Amazigh/Berber Muslim dynasty during the 12th and 13th centuries. At its height, the empire extended across parts of the Maghreb and Read More …

The Almoravid Dynasty: North-West Africa’s Amazigh/Berber Empire: A Comprehensive Exploration

The Almoravid dynasty (Arabic: المرابطون, romanized: Al-Murābiṭūn, meaning ‘those from the ribats’) stands as one of the most influential Amazigh/Berber Muslim dynasties in medieval history. Emerging in the mid-11th century, this dynasty played a crucial role in shaping the political, Read More …

Why the Serapeum of Saqqara Remains One of Africa’s Greatest Archaeological Wonders

Introduction The Serapeum of Saqqara is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Egypt, offering invaluable insights into the religious practices and funerary customs of ancient Egyptians. Located near the ancient capital of Memphis, this burial complex was dedicated Read More …

Independence Didn’t Free Africa—It Broke It: The Political and Economic Traps No One Talks About

The post-colonial era in Africa has been characterized by a myriad of complex political and economic challenges that have hindered the developmental trajectory of numerous countries across the continent. This analysis will explore the political disarray stemming from the colonial Read More …

Thomas Peters: A Key Figure in the History of Black Loyalists and Sierra Leone

Thomas Peters, originally born Thomas Potters in 1738, played a significant role as a veteran of the Black Pioneers during the American Revolutionary War. As a Black Loyalist, he was instrumental in advocating for former enslaved people and helped establish Read More …

The Convenience of Pro-Black Identity: Why Many Tanetjerians Aren’t as Committed as They Claim

How people interpret “pro-Black” within Tanetjerian communities is fascinating and, frankly, revealing.Before anything else, it’s important to clarify what pro-Black means in this context. I’m not referring to a vague emotional attachment to Blackness or a general sense of cultural Read More …

Nugaymath Turquia: The Untold History of Moorish/Almoravid Women Archers

Among the many compelling episodes embedded within medieval Iberian chronicles, few are as intriguing as the story of the Moorish female archers who appear in the Primera Crónica General (the 13th-century Castilian historical compilation associated with King Alfonso X). The Read More …

When the Sahara Was Green: The Story of Africa’s Humid Period

The African Humid Period (AHP) was a significant climatic phase that spanned from approximately 14,600 to 5,000 years ago, during the late Pleistocene and early Holocene epochs. This era is noted for a radical transformation in northern Africa, where conditions Read More …