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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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Examining the Tigray Crisis on Ethiopian Independence Day

May 05, 2021 08:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Today in 1941, Ethiopia successfully disposed of Italian occupation and regained its full independence.

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Celebrating International Jazz Day: Check Out These 5 South African Jazz Musicians

Apr 30, 2021 04:00PM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

On this International Jazz Day, we celebrate some South African jazz musicians whose work has brought joy and soul to thousands across the continent.

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International Jazz Day

Apr 30, 2021 01:30PM ● By Kassidy Garland

This year, the April 30th celebration will entail a 10-year anniversary All-Star Global concert live stream.

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Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone: The Curse of Abundance, Resistance, and a History of Diasporan Repatriation

Apr 27, 2021 09:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Today, in 1961, the West African country of Sierra Leone achieved independence from the British. Let’s celebrate the country’s independence by exploring the role of abundant natural resources in the country, resistance to slavery, and its growing legacy of African diaspora repatriation.

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