The Ultimate Place To Learn About The Descendants of Africa
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 (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 …
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 …
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 …
The Kingdom of Mapungubwe (pronounced /mɑːˈpuːnɡuːbweɪ/ mah-POON-goob-weh) was an ancient state situated at the confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers in South Africa, just south of Great Zimbabwe. By 1250, the capital’s population had reached approximately 5,000, and the Read More …
Nok Culture: A Glimpse into Ancient Nigeria The Nok culture refers to a fascinating ancient civilization in Nigeria, specifically linked to the village of Nok in southern Kaduna State. This culture is best known for its striking terracotta sculptures, which Read More …
Ancient Egyptian society was one of the most influential and long-lasting civilizations in history, thriving for thousands of years. It reached its height during what is known as the Dynastic Period, which spanned from about 3150 to 30 BCE. Despite Read More …
San Basilio de Palenque, or simply Palenke as the locals call it, is a unique village nestled in the Municipality of Mahates in the Bolivar department of northern Colombia. This remarkable place holds the distinction of being the first free Read More …
A quilombola is someone from Brazil who belongs to a quilombo, which are settlements that were established by escaped slaves. These communities are made up of the descendants of enslaved Africans who fled from plantations before slavery was abolished in Read More …
Timkat, known in Ge’ez as ጥምቀት (T’imk’et), is a vibrant celebration observed by the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church and the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church to mark Epiphany. Each year, it takes place on January 19 (or January 20 in leap Read More …