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The tragic story of the Bus 174 kidnapping in Brazil
On June 12, 2000, a shocking event took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, that would become one of the most disturbing moments in the country’s history. Sandro do Nascimento, a Black man from a low-income...
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10 lessons we can all learn from the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Was one of the most influential figures of the 20th century, leading the Civil Rights Movement and fighting for racial equality and justice. His life and legacy continue to inspire...
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Top 5 most powerful African passports of 2023
As the world slowly recovers from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions continue to ease and borders begin to reopen. With this in mind, it’s important to consider the power of your...
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How Falou Ngom’s discovery of his father’s handwritten documents turned into an argument that African literacy pre-existed western influences
Fallou Ngom was born in the small West African country of Senegal in 1960. His father, Shaykh Ngom, was a local trader who traveled frequently between the rural villages of Senegal, selling goods and trading...
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The tragic story of how the Confederacy forced Black soldiers to fight on their side without allowing them to bear arms
Today, January 11th, marks a significant date in the history of the United States. On this day in 1865, The Confederacy forced Blacks to fight on their side, based on the recommendation of Robert E. Lee....
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The rise of Anderson Silva: A look at the career of one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time
Anderson Silva, also known as “The Spider,” was born on April 14th, 1975 in São Paulo, Brazil. From a young age, he was interested in martial arts and began training in Taekwondo at...
