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Democratic Republic of Congo Independence: 5 Congolese Songs to Add to your Playlist

Jun 30, 2021 09:00AM ● By Oga Africa

This is an ode to Congolese music, which has made a huge imprint on African culture and the African diaspora globally, by exploring 5 iconic Congolese songs to add to your playlist.

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Investigating Seychelles on Independence Day

Jun 28, 2021 10:05AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Seychelles. On June 29th, 1976, this island off the coast of East Africa gained independence from the British. Today we are learning how the nation has become prosperous and exploring its creole culture and cuisine.

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Exploring Deforestation and Growing Famine in Madagascar on Independence Day

Jun 26, 2021 11:38AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Madagascar! Today we are exploring the devastating impacts of deforestation and famine in Madagascar. Join us in this exploration, and learn how you can help.

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‘Al-Shabaab’ Attacks: Investigating the Armed Conflict, Poverty, and Mismanagement of Natural Resources in Mozambique on Independence Day

Jun 24, 2021 09:00AM ● By Oga Africa

On Mozambican Independence Day, June 25th, we are exploring the origins of the current conflict occurring in the northern part of the country.

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Resistance through Rebellion: Exploring Uprising of the Enslaved on Guyana Independence Day

May 25, 2021 03:00PM ● By Oga Africa

In honor of Guyana Independence Day, we are celebrating this Caribbean country’s independence from the British by commemorating the African populations’ resistance to chattel slavery on the island. Guyana achieved independence from the British on May 26th, 2021.

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Exploring the African Union’s Inception, Initiatives, and Impact on Africa Day

May 25, 2021 08:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

A Congolese proverb says: “A single bracelet does not jiggle”. Similarly, through collective power, Africa would change the destiny and sound of the continent.

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Border Wars, ‘Freedom’ and Eritrea’s Totalitarian Regime: Eritrea Independence Day

May 20, 2021 08:00AM ● By Oga Africa

In honor of Eritrea Independence Day, we are exploring Eritrea’s political climate. Through delving into the country’s stringent totalitarian system and history of conflict, including its involvement in the Tigray Crisis of Ethiopia, the debate of whether the people of Eritrea are truly free arises.

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Malcolm X: A Leader By All Means Necessary

May 19, 2021 02:00PM ● By Kassidy Garland

Due to Malcolm X’s work, the words to describe African American people changed to “Black” and “Afro-American” rather than “Negro” and “colored”.

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Fela Kuti

May 13, 2021 02:00PM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Musician and activist Fela Kuti pioneered Afrobeat music and was repeatedly arrested and beaten for writing lyrics that questioned the Nigerian government. Read more about him here.

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9 Black Museums to Visit Across the U.S

May 08, 2021 09:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

May is Historic Preservation Month and we want to highlight museums and memorial sites and centres which highlight the good and the bad of African American history. Visit these significant sites of Black memory and perseverance across the country.

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