What follows is part of a short chronological series on African and African American History. The educational system in the United States does not always offer a balanced history of Africa which is ...

The Program in African Studies provides a systematic introduction to the complex historical, political and social issues of the African continent. Its major and minor are structured to give students ...

Sites and artifacts are revealing clues to the continent’s recent history. An archaeologist explains the findings and threats to this heritage Amber Dance, Knowable Magazine Big gaps exist in the ...

pt. 1. The time of awakening -- Africa and the origin of humanity -- pt. 2. The age of literacy -- Africa and the beginning of civilization -- The rise of Kemet/Egypt -- The elements of early African ...

Africa Day, celebrated annually on May 25, is a colourful occasion to honour the African continent's rich history, diverse cultures, and incredible achievements. Africa Day commemorates the historic ...

I wanted a history class that focused more on my history. History is viewed as important because it’s necessary to know where you came from, and this African American history class is teaching me more ...

Not long ago, I saw an article that would have both delighted and exasperated the late Kenyan writer Binyavanga Wainaina. “Entrepreneurs are planning autonomous ‘charter cities’ as an answer to Africa ...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. ‒ From a wooden bench at the edge of the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park, visitors can see the Alabama River where enslaved Africans were transported and sold into a life of forced ...

In his 2005 satirical piece, “How to Write About Africa,” the late Kenyan author Binyavanga Wainaina explored how the Western gaze in media perpetuates a distorted view of Africa. “Always use the word ...

How a groundbreaking new superhero series is reshaping kids’ TV, redefining global storytelling, inspiring a new generation of viewers and changing the way the world sees Africa. Senior Contributor.