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7 Dishes to Try on St. Vincent and Grenadines’ Independence Day

Oct 26, 2021 02:00PM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day to St. Vincent and the Grenadines! On October 27th, 1979, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British. In celebration of this Caribbean country’s independence, we are exploring 7 dishes from the country.

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The 5 Best Desserts from the African Diaspora

Oct 25, 2021 02:00PM ● By Anand Subramanian

There are a variety of African desserts, some influenced by the foreign civilizations who settled on the continent, and others based on ingredients that are naturally accessible in the area.

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Celebrate Zambia’s Independence with these 7 Zambian Dishes

Oct 23, 2021 02:00PM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Zambia! On October 24th, 1964, this Southern African country gained independence from the United Kingdom. To celebrate, we’re exploring 7 of the country’s most delicious dishes. Let’s jump right in!

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History and Elements of African Art

Oct 23, 2021 11:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

The beginnings of African art history predates documented history and have been preserved in the mists of time. Rock art dates back millennia, while shell beads fashioned into a necklace were discovered in a cave in the furthest reaches of South Africa's southern peninsula that is 75,000 years old.

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From the Clotilde Slave Ship to the NASCAR Cup: Dignity, Shattering Glass Ceilings and Dismantling Racism in NASCAR

Oct 20, 2021 11:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

On October 4th, 2021, William ‘Bubba’ Wallace became the first African-American racer to win a NASCAR Cup Series race in 58 years.

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Halloween Costumes for the Non-Appropriating Fashionista

Oct 18, 2021 03:30PM ● By Nana Ama Addo

To prevent people from getting dragged by conscious communities, we are merging the ‘camp’ art of exaggerated and artificial with cosplay to bring you some awesome non-appropriating Halloween costume ideas for the ever-evolving fashionista.

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4 Films to Watch for Equatorial Guinea’s Independence Day

Oct 11, 2021 02:00PM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Equatorial Guinea! On October 12th, 1968, this Central African country gained independence from Spain. Here are some exciting Equatoguinean films that will help you to understand Equatoguinean culture and history.

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7 Black-Owned Lingerie Brands Changing the Game

Oct 11, 2021 11:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

These Black-owned lingerie brands have lingerie for whatever skin and body you're in. From classic black to bold colors, there’s a set for whatever mood you’re in.

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Black TV Series to Watch This Fall

Oct 09, 2021 09:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

Here are some Black tv series to binge-watch while having a night at home this fall.

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5 Best African Music Artists

Oct 08, 2021 11:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Let us focus on the musicians who have remained on the continent and are further carving out the music scenes within their countries, creating new genres, and reinventing what it means to be an African artist.

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