In the heart of southern Mali, the Bamana (or Bambara) people once practised rituals that went far beyond simple ceremony. These were transformative acts, communal moments of profound significance that bound individuals to their communities and connected the living to the supernatural.
“The day will come when history will speak… Africa will write its own history… It will be a history of glory and dignity.” - Patrice Lumumba Early Life Patrice Lumumba
Summary As the title suggests, The History of Bunyoro Kitara narrates the story of Bunyoro Kitara from the rule of the gods through to independence—both for the kingdom and
“The day will come when history will speak… Africa will write its own history… It will be a history of glory and dignity.” - Patrice Lumumba Early Life Patrice Lumumba
In the heart of southern Mali, the Bamana (or Bambara) people once practised rituals that went far beyond simple ceremony. These were transformative acts, communal moments of profound significance that bound individuals to their communities and connected the living to the supernatural.
The Oyo Empire’s government comprised a supreme king (Alaafin) and a council of seven elders (Oyo Mesi) which was led by the Bashorun.
We will discuss how the powerful kingdom came to be, the events that led to its downfall, and its cultural and historical relevance today.
Of late, the mainstream local and global media have been inundated with the developments of Zimbabwe’s frenetic diplomatic attempts towards rejoining the much-vaunted Commonwealth of Nations, lending credence to
With the unprecedented surge in the global demand for lithium, African countries find themselves at crossroads. On the one hand, they want to unlock the potential for value-beneficiation of their
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