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6 influential British political leaders with Ghanaian roots you should know
A complex mix of historical and voluntary migration has led to the resettlement of Africans in various parts of the world, with the transatlantic slave trade and later voluntary journeys abroad playing...
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How a white man became the revered chief of Zambia’s Lunda tribe, sparking controversy
In many African tribes and communities, traditional leaders are typically chosen from specific family lineages, adhering strictly to established customs. However, in the Lunda tribe of the Ikelengi District...
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New study suggests Egypt’s Step Pyramid may have been built with hydraulic lift, reigniting decades long debate among experts
A team of geologists and engineers has proposed that the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Egypt may have been constructed using a hydraulic lift device, potentially allowing heavy stones to be floated up through...
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Harlem Week celebrates 50 years with packed schedule of free events and performances”
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Harlem Week, running from August 1 to August 18, 2024, promises a packed schedule of concerts, performances, talks, and more. These events, free to all attendees,...
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Heirs of slave owners apologize to descendants of slaves at Jamaica’s annual Emancipation Day
Jamaica’s celebration of the Emancipation Day on August 1, 2024, took an emotional turn as some individuals and families rendered apologies to people whose ancestors were adversely affected by slavery....
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Meet 5 Africans who broke Guinness World Records in 2024
Nigerian chef, Hilda Effiong Bassey, better known as Hilda Baci, attempted the world’s longest cooking marathon in May 2023, and appears to have set in motion a chain of attempts to set new records...
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