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How Guinea Became the First Domino in Africa’s Decolonization
In 1958, most French colonies voted to accept France’s new constitution and…
Nigeria at 65: The Evolution of the National Anthem Since Independence
INTRODUCTION Celebrating Nigeria at 65 years of independence (1960–2025), the country stands…
Botswana Cattle Culture: How It Has Shaped Its Nationhood Since 1966
INTRODUCTION For centuries, Botswana cattle culture has defined how Botswana measured wealth,…
Mali at 65: Modibo Keita and his Vision of African Socialism
On September 22, 1960, Mali gained independence from France, marking the birth…
How Amílcar Cabral Mobilised Farmers and Fuelled Guinea-Bissau’s Liberation
On September 10, 1974, Guinea-Bissau finally celebrated Independence from Portuguese colonial rule,…
Yaa Asantewaa, Obaa Basia: The Woman Who Fights Before Cannons
Content Introduction Yaa Asantewaa, Queen Mother and warrior Protecting the Legacy of…
From Swaziland to Eswatini: A Name That Spoke of Home
INTRODUCTION Every September 6, the Kingdom of Eswatini celebrates its Independence Day,…
Hassiba Boulmerka: First African woman to win Olympic gold in middle distance running, and break barriers
In the summer of 1992, the world watched as a woman in…
Ngugi wa Thiong’o: The Literary Warrior Who Gave Africa Its Voice
INTRODUCTION On May 28, 2025, the world bid farewell to Ngugi…