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The Africa-America Institute’s 40th Annual Awards Gala to take place on September 24th in NYC
The Africa-America Institute (AAI) is proud to announce its 40th Annual Awards Gala, a premier event celebrating the achievements of Africans and the global African diaspora. The gala will take place on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City, coinciding with the United Nations General Assembly. This year’s gala, themed “Bridging…
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Visit Africa: Why this intriguing ‘hanging village’ in Ghana is a must see for every world traveler
In the Volta Region of Ghana lies an indigenous community often referred to by tourists as...
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Jumping the Broom: The tradition, history, and significance to African Americans
“Jumping the broom” is far more than an American romantic comedy-drama film; it...
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A look at the history and culture of birthday celebrations around the world
In many cultures, birthday celebrations hold a special place in people’s hearts, regardless...
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Back to the roots: A look at the history of African theater and how it influenced the world
Theatre is one of the cultural art forms that best exemplifies Africa. African theatre is deeply rooted in storytelling, rituals, and communal experiences, reflecting the continent’s complex history...
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11 Black-Americans who have traced their African ancestry or became citizens
In 2019, Ghana successfully hosted the “Year of Return,” a year-long series of events commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first recorded enslaved Africans in Virginia,...
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Dealing with anxiety the African way: A holistic approach rooted in Ubuntu
Anxiety is a common mental health disorder that affects people across all demographics. It manifests in various forms, including persistent worry, nervousness, and overwhelming fear. These feelings can...
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5 influential black artists who changed art history
From the burst of colors to the feel of canvas, from pastoral landscapes to protest art, the world of art has always been a dynamic space for self-expression, cultural exploration, and boundary-pushing...
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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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$6 billion Akon City: Senegal warns singer to build city or lose land
In 2018, Akon commenced plans to build a futuristic pan-African city in Senegal, his country of birth. He described it as “a real-life Wakanda” in reference to the Afro-futuristic city in Marvel’s...
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10 quick facts about Barbados’ famous Crop Over Festival Rihanna attended
Singer Rihanna is in the news again following her grand arrival at the annual Crop Over Festival in her home country of Barbados. The 36-year-old was seen in a custom bedazzled costume at the festival’s...
