The Ultimate Place To Learn About The Descendants of Africa
The Kingdom of Kongo holds a significant place in the history of Central Africa, its influence stretching across present-day northern Angola, western Democratic Republic of the Congo, Southern Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo. At its zenith, the kingdom Read More …
The Sultanate of Bagirmi, also known as the Kingdom of Bagirmi, holds a significant place in the history of central Africa. Situated southeast of Lake Chad, this Islamic sultanate boasted a rich cultural heritage and a history marked by both Read More …
The Ndops, royal memorial portraits carved by the Kuba people of Central Africa, are more than just sculptures. They are intricate representations that capture the essence of the individual kings (nyim) of the Kuba kingdom. While they may appear naturalistic, Read More …
The Ikakalaka, also known as the African Konda sword, embodies a rich historical and cultural significance that traces back to the 19th century among the Mongo people in the northwestern regions of the present-day Democratic Republic of the Congo. These Read More …
Nzinga Ana de Sousa Mbande (c. 1583 – 17 December 1663) was a southwest African ruler who ruled as queen of the Ambundu Kingdoms of Ndongo (1624–1663) and Matamba (1631–1663), located in present-day northern Angola. Born into the ruling family of Read More …
The gold sceptre of the Kingdom of Kongo holds a rich and storied legacy that echoes through the annals of history. Crafted and wielded by the esteemed kings of the Kongo from the 14th to the 19th century CE, this Read More …
The Ishango bone, a fascinating archaeological discovery from the “Fisherman Settlement” of Ishango in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa. This unique artifact, believed to have originated in the Upper Paleolithic era, serves not only as a bone tool but Read More …
The Ngombe Ngulu sword is truly a fascinating and enigmatic weapon that has captured the imagination of people around the world. Its distinct and somewhat unsettling appearance has contributed to its reputation as one of the most intriguing swords to Read More …