African History: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
A brief review of the triangular trade with particular reference to recent statistics.
A brief review of the triangular trade with particular reference to recent statistics.
Plans of Slave Decks, Slave Ship Brookes
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Plans of Slave Decks, Slave Ship Brookes
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Plans of Slave Decks, Slave Ship Brookes
Young African Boys Captured for Slave Trade
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Young African Boys Captured for Slave Trade
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Young African Boys Captured for Slave Trade
Biography: Idi Amin Dada
Idi Amin, who became known as the 'Butcher of Uganda' for his brutal, despotic rule whilst president of Uganda in the 1970s, is possibly the most notorious of all Africa's post-independence dictators. Find out more in this biography.
Idi Amin, who became known as the 'Butcher of Uganda' for his brutal, despotic rule whilst president of Uganda in the 1970s, is possibly the most notorious of all Africa's post-independence dictators. Find out more in this biography.
Adinkra Stencils
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
Adinkra Symbology and its Origins
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adinkra symbols traditional cloths africanhistory akan symbols abstract shapes: The Origin and Meaning of Adinkra Symbols.
Apartheid Legislation in South Africa
Descriptions of the main apartheid legislation enacted in South Africa.
Descriptions of the main apartheid legislation enacted in South Africa.
Steve Biko
A short biography of Steve Biko, founder and martyr of the Black Consciousness movement in South Africa.
A short biography of Steve Biko, founder and martyr of the Black Consciousness movement in South Africa.
Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade: Origins of Slaves
Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade: Origins of Slaves Details of where slaves were taken from Africa and how
Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade: Origins of Slaves Details of where slaves were taken from Africa and how
How Many Slaves Were Taken
Information on how many slaves were shipped from Africa across the Atlantic to the Americas during the sixteenth century can only be estimated as very few records exist for this period. But from the seventeenth century onwards, increasingly accurate records, such as ship manifests, are available.
Information on how many slaves were shipped from Africa across the Atlantic to the Americas during the sixteenth century can only be estimated as very few records exist for this period. But from the seventeenth century onwards, increasingly accurate records, such as ship manifests, are available.
Inspection of an African Slave
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Inspection of an African Slave
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Inspection of an African Slave
Testing an African Slave For Sickness
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Testing an African Slave For Sickness
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Testing an African Slave For Sickness
SA National Holidays
The significance of South Africa's national holidays.
The significance of South Africa's national holidays.
Female East African Slave
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Female East African Slave
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Female East African Slave
Slave Decks on the Slave Bark Wildfire
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Slave Decks on the Slave Bark Wildfire
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Slave Decks on the Slave Bark Wildfire
African History: 16 June 1976 Student Uprising in Soweto
On 16 June 1976 high-school students in Soweto, South Africa, protested for better education. Police fired teargas and live bullets into the marching students.
On 16 June 1976 high-school students in Soweto, South Africa, protested for better education. Police fired teargas and live bullets into the marching students.
A Slave Barracoon
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: A Slave Barracoon
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: A Slave Barracoon
Diagram of the Slave Ship Brookes
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Diagram of the Slave Ship Brookes
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Diagram of the Slave Ship Brookes
Bio: Nelson Mandela
A biography of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
A biography of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
Cape Coast Castle, Gold Coast
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Cape Coast Castle, Gold Coast
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Cape Coast Castle, Gold Coast
Indigenous African Slavers Traveling From the Interior
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Indigenous African slavers Traveling From the Interior
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Indigenous African slavers Traveling From the Interior
Origins of the trans-Atlantic slave trade
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trans atlantic slave trade vasco da gama pilgrimage to mecca mansa musa atlantic slave trade: Portuguese exploration and trade: 1450 - 1500
African Slavery 101
Although slavery has been practiced for almost the whole of recorded history, the vast numbers involved in the African slave trade has left a legacy which can not be ignored.
Although slavery has been practiced for almost the whole of recorded history, the vast numbers involved in the African slave trade has left a legacy which can not be ignored.
Islam Role African Slavery #1
When Africans talk of slavery they inevitably mean the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Is this a true representation of the practice in Africa?
When Africans talk of slavery they inevitably mean the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Is this a true representation of the practice in Africa?
Slavery in Africa
Types of Slavery in Africa - What Kinds of Slavery Existed in Africa?
Types of Slavery in Africa - What Kinds of Slavery Existed in Africa?
An Atlas of African Independence
By the mid 1960's the majority of African states were free from colonial rule. Read more about each country's story in this Atlas of Independence.
By the mid 1960's the majority of African states were free from colonial rule. Read more about each country's story in this Atlas of Independence.
African Captives Being Sent Into Slavery
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: African Captives Being Sent Into Slavery
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: African Captives Being Sent Into Slavery
The Triangular Trade
Map of the Triangular Trade.
Map of the Triangular Trade.
Mau Mau Timeline
The Mau Mau were a militant African nationalist movement active in Kenya during the 1950s whose main aim was to remove British rule and European settlers from the country.
The Mau Mau were a militant African nationalist movement active in Kenya during the 1950s whose main aim was to remove British rule and European settlers from the country.
Exercising Slaves on a Trans-Atlantic Slave Ship
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Exercising Slaves on a Trans-Atlantic Slave Ship
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Exercising Slaves on a Trans-Atlantic Slave Ship
Quotes: Steve Biko
A selection of quotes by Steve Biko
A selection of quotes by Steve Biko
A Slaver's Canoe
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: A Slaver's Canoe
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: A Slaver's Canoe
Bio: Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, described by some of her rivals as an Americo-Liberian, the descendant of Liberia's ex-American-slave colonists, has reached the pinnacle o her political career. Awaiting the results of an investigation into alleged (by her main political rival George Weah) election fraud, Johnson-Sirleaf could become Africa's first elected woman president. Find out more…
Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, described by some of her rivals as an Americo-Liberian, the descendant of Liberia's ex-American-slave colonists, has reached the pinnacle o her political career. Awaiting the results of an investigation into alleged (by her main political rival George Weah) election fraud, Johnson-Sirleaf could become Africa's first elected woman president. Find out more…
Why-Scamble
Why was Africa so rapidly colonized?
Why was Africa so rapidly colonized?
Unknown Mummy
Unknown Mummy, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Unknown Mummy, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Rock Art Stencils
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
Indigenous African Slavery
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Indigenous African Slavery
Image of African Slavery and the Slave Trade: Indigenous African Slavery
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Timbuktu
Timbuktu is widely used to describe a place extremely far away and regarded by many as a myth. In reality it's a city in Mali, West Africa, of such great historical importance that in 1988 it was designated a World Heritage Site.
Timbuktu is widely used to describe a place extremely far away and regarded by many as a myth. In reality it's a city in Mali, West Africa, of such great historical importance that in 1988 it was designated a World Heritage Site.
Republic of Benin
Map of Republic of Benin (Republique du Benin)
Map of Republic of Benin (Republique du Benin)
Colors of Ancient Egypt
Color in Ancient Egypt
Color in Ancient Egypt
When Did Apartheid End?
Unsure when Apartheid ended in South Africa? Find the answer in this Apartheid FAQ.
Unsure when Apartheid ended in South Africa? Find the answer in this Apartheid FAQ.
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Africa Countries Not Colonized
There are two countries in Africa which are considered to never have been colonized. The truth, however, is much more complex and open to debate.
There are two countries in Africa which are considered to never have been colonized. The truth, however, is much more complex and open to debate.
Hieroglyph Stencils
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
A collection of free stencils with an African theme. For personal, non-commercial use only.
Biography: Mary Henrietta Kingsley
A biography in three parts of Mary Henrietta Kingsley, a Victorian explorer and writer who greatly influenced European ideas about Africa and its people. Part 1: Early Life in England
A biography in three parts of Mary Henrietta Kingsley, a Victorian explorer and writer who greatly influenced European ideas about Africa and its people. Part 1: Early Life in England
Menes: First Pharaoh of Egypt?
According to Ancient Egyptian history Menes was the founder of the unified Egyptian state which combined Upper and Lower Egypt.
According to Ancient Egyptian history Menes was the founder of the unified Egyptian state which combined Upper and Lower Egypt.
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Sharpeville Massacre
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anglo boer war orange river colony apartheid policies police baton vereeniging: The Origin of South Africa's Human Rights Day
Bio: Tom Mboya
Thomas Mboya was a Kenyan trade unionist and statesman. Earmarked as Jomo Kenyatta's successor, Mboya was assassinated six years into independence, sparking tribal unrest between Kenyatta's Kikuyu supporters and Mboya's Luo.
Thomas Mboya was a Kenyan trade unionist and statesman. Earmarked as Jomo Kenyatta's successor, Mboya was assassinated six years into independence, sparking tribal unrest between Kenyatta's Kikuyu supporters and Mboya's Luo.
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Apartheid 101
From the Afrikaans word meaning 'separation' Apartheid was a social philosophy which enforced racial, social, and economic segregation on the people of South Africa. Find out more...
From the Afrikaans word meaning 'separation' Apartheid was a social philosophy which enforced racial, social, and economic segregation on the people of South Africa. Find out more...
Southern African Independence
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south west africa dutch east indies walvis bay gold ivory africa independence: A chronology of colonization and independence.
Quotes: Nelson Mandela
A selection of quotes by Nelson Mandela
A selection of quotes by Nelson Mandela
Bio: Mungo Park
Mungo Park, a Scottish surgeon and explorer, was sent out by the 'Association for Promoting the Discovery of the Interior of Africa' to discover the course of the River Niger. Having achieved a degree of fame from his first trip, carried out alone and on foot, he returned to Africa with a party of 40 Europeans, all of whom lost their lives in the adventure.
Mungo Park, a Scottish surgeon and explorer, was sent out by the 'Association for Promoting the Discovery of the Interior of Africa' to discover the course of the River Niger. Having achieved a degree of fame from his first trip, carried out alone and on foot, he returned to Africa with a party of 40 Europeans, all of whom lost their lives in the adventure.
Idi Amin Quotes
A selection of quotes by Idi Amin Dada, president of Uganda from 25 January 1971 to 13 April 1979.
A selection of quotes by Idi Amin Dada, president of Uganda from 25 January 1971 to 13 April 1979.
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Apartheid, When Did it Start?
Unsure when Apartheid started in South Africa? Find the answer in this Apartheid FAQ.
Unsure when Apartheid started in South Africa? Find the answer in this Apartheid FAQ.
Tutankhamun: The Boy Pharaoh
Be amazed at the treasures discovered in the tomb of the most famous Ancient Egyptian pharaoh, Tutankhamun. His was the first tomb found still containing treasure.
Be amazed at the treasures discovered in the tomb of the most famous Ancient Egyptian pharaoh, Tutankhamun. His was the first tomb found still containing treasure.
Apartheid FAQ -- Common Questions About South Africa's Apartheid Era
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apartheid government racial segregation union of south africa geographical boundaries afrikaans word: What was Apartheid? Find the answer in this FAQ.
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African History: African explorers
Over the centuries, explorers have found the allure of the unknown reaches of Africa irresistible. Find out who was who, where they went, and when.
Over the centuries, explorers have found the allure of the unknown reaches of Africa irresistible. Find out who was who, where they went, and when.
"Wind of Change" Speech
The "Wind of Change" speech was made by the British Prime Minister whilst addressing the South African Parliament during his tour of African Commonwealth states.
The "Wind of Change" speech was made by the British Prime Minister whilst addressing the South African Parliament during his tour of African Commonwealth states.
Slave Origins for the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
Slavery Regions for the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.
Slavery Regions for the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.
Ancient Egypt: the Father of Time
The way in which we divide the day into hours and minutes, as well as the structure and length of the yearly calendar, owes much to pioneering developments in ancient Egypt.
The way in which we divide the day into hours and minutes, as well as the structure and length of the yearly calendar, owes much to pioneering developments in ancient Egypt.
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Robben Island Prison Museum: Entrance
Gallery of images of Robben Island, World Heritage Site and Apartheid era prison: Entrance.
Gallery of images of Robben Island, World Heritage Site and Apartheid era prison: Entrance.
Tripolitan War, 1801 - 1805
When the United States of America gained independence from Great Britain there was an unexpected problem - piracy. In 1783, the same year that the Treaty of Paris was signed, corsairs from the Barbary States began to attack American shipping in the Mediterranean.
When the United States of America gained independence from Great Britain there was an unexpected problem - piracy. In 1783, the same year that the Treaty of Paris was signed, corsairs from the Barbary States began to attack American shipping in the Mediterranean.
Nok Culture
Considered the oldest recognisable pre-colonial society in sub-Saharan Africa, the Nok Culture is exemplified by its magnificent terracotta sculptures and the development of iron working. Find out more about this ancient African civilization.
Considered the oldest recognisable pre-colonial society in sub-Saharan Africa, the Nok Culture is exemplified by its magnificent terracotta sculptures and the development of iron working. Find out more about this ancient African civilization.
Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region.
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region.
Trans-Atlantic Slave Imports by Region
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Imports by Region.
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Imports by Region.
Pre-Colonial cultures in South Africa: San and Khoikhoi
Pre-Colonial cultures in South Africa #1 The San and Khoikhoi For several millennia the San lived in
Pre-Colonial cultures in South Africa #1 The San and Khoikhoi For several millennia the San lived in
New Names in South Africa
Since the end of apartheid, a number of town and geographical names in South Africa have changed. Here's a list of them.
Since the end of apartheid, a number of town and geographical names in South Africa have changed. Here's a list of them.
Mummy of the Dame Rai
Mummy of the Dame Rai held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of the Dame Rai held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
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West African Independence
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french west africa french protectorate grand popo africa independence portuguese guinea: A chronology of colonization and independence.
Chronological List of African Independence
A Chronological List of Independence Dates for Africa. Country Independence Date Prior ruling country
A Chronological List of Independence Dates for Africa. Country Independence Date Prior ruling country
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Algeria
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Algeria
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Algeria
This Day in African History: July calendar
Calendar for July This Day in African History Select a day in July 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Calendar for July This Day in African History Select a day in July 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Free African History Stencil: Nguni People
A collection of free stencils on an African theme - Nguni Symbols.
A collection of free stencils on an African theme - Nguni Symbols.
Mummy of Seqenenre Tao II
Mummy of Seqenenre Tao II, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of Seqenenre Tao II, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Short Biography: Martin Thembisile (Chris) Hani
A short biography of Chris Hani, South African political activist, chief-of-staff of Umkhonto we Sizwe, and Secretary-General of the South African Communist Party, assassinated in April 1993.
A short biography of Chris Hani, South African political activist, chief-of-staff of Umkhonto we Sizwe, and Secretary-General of the South African Communist Party, assassinated in April 1993.
Islam Role African Slavery #2
When Africans talk of slavery they inevitably mean the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Is this a true representation of the practice in Africa?
When Africans talk of slavery they inevitably mean the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Is this a true representation of the practice in Africa?
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Mummy of Ramses VI
Mummy of Ramses VI, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of Ramses VI, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Predynastic Egypt
The Predynastic Period of Ancient Egypt saw the development of grouped communities, the worlds first written language, institutionalised religion, and the development of the plough. Archaeologists have divided the Period into four relatively distinct phases to aid their understanding of the social, scientific, and political developments in Egypt at that time.
The Predynastic Period of Ancient Egypt saw the development of grouped communities, the worlds first written language, institutionalised religion, and the development of the plough. Archaeologists have divided the Period into four relatively distinct phases to aid their understanding of the social, scientific, and political developments in Egypt at that time.
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African History - 9 July
A chronicle of events in African history on 9 July
A chronicle of events in African history on 9 July
Mummy of Prince Ouabkhousenou
Mummy of Prince Ouabkhousenou, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of Prince Ouabkhousenou, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Suez Crisis Background
Part 1 – Partial Decolonization Leads to Resentment
Part 1 – Partial Decolonization Leads to Resentment
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History of Kenya
A brief introduction to the history of Kenya from the time of early humans to the present day.
A brief introduction to the history of Kenya from the time of early humans to the present day.
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Double Crown of Egypt
What was the Double Crown of Egypt?
What was the Double Crown of Egypt?
Queen Anhapou and a unknown woman
Mummy of Queen Anhapou, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of Queen Anhapou, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
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Africa's 100 Best Books of the 20th Century
In February 2002 a list of Africa's Top 100 books was announced. Find out why.
In February 2002 a list of Africa's Top 100 books was announced. Find out why.
Biography: Chief Albert Luthuli
A biography of Chief Albert Luthuli, Africa's first winner of the Nobel Prize for Peace and president of the ANC until his death (under mysterious circumstances) in 1967.
A biography of Chief Albert Luthuli, Africa's first winner of the Nobel Prize for Peace and president of the ANC until his death (under mysterious circumstances) in 1967.
Mummy with Linen Opened by Pillagers
Mummy with linen opened by pillagers, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy with linen opened by pillagers, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
South African Townships
Map of townships around Pretoria, Johannesburg and Vereeniging.
Map of townships around Pretoria, Johannesburg and Vereeniging.
Yoruba Proverbs
Much of Africa's history has been passed on through the generations orally. One consequence of this is that morals and lessons have been crystallized in the form of proverbs. Here is a collection of proverbs attributed to the Yoruba people of Nigeria.
Much of Africa's history has been passed on through the generations orally. One consequence of this is that morals and lessons have been crystallized in the form of proverbs. Here is a collection of proverbs attributed to the Yoruba people of Nigeria.
Heligoland
What is the connection between an island in the North Sea and the reason why Mt Kilimanjaro is in Tanzania rather than Kenya?
What is the connection between an island in the North Sea and the reason why Mt Kilimanjaro is in Tanzania rather than Kenya?
Robben Island Prison Museum: Limestone Quarry
Gallery of images of Robben Island, World Heritage Site and Apartheid era prison: Limestone Quarry.
Gallery of images of Robben Island, World Heritage Site and Apartheid era prison: Limestone Quarry.
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Egypt
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Egypt
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Egypt
"Wind of Change" speech
The "Wind of Change" speech was made by the British Prime Minister whilst addressing the South African Parliament during his tour of African Commonwealth states. It was a watershed moment in the struggle for black nationalism in Africa and the independence movement across the continent. It also signalled a change in attitude towards the Apartheid regime in South Africa.
The "Wind of Change" speech was made by the British Prime Minister whilst addressing the South African Parliament during his tour of African Commonwealth states. It was a watershed moment in the struggle for black nationalism in Africa and the independence movement across the continent. It also signalled a change in attitude towards the Apartheid regime in South Africa.
Slavery in the Cape Colony
Many South Africans are the descendants of slaves brought to the Cape Colony from 1653 until 1822. Follow the main events in this period of South Africa's history in this timeline.
Many South Africans are the descendants of slaves brought to the Cape Colony from 1653 until 1822. Follow the main events in this period of South Africa's history in this timeline.
WWII Timeline: July 1940
Italy pushed against the borders of its colonies in East Africa ...
Italy pushed against the borders of its colonies in East Africa ...
African History - 8 July
A chronicle of events in African history on 8 July
A chronicle of events in African history on 8 July
Where in Africa is Zambia?
A map showing the location of the Republic of Zambia in Africa.
A map showing the location of the Republic of Zambia in Africa.
Republic of Cote d'Ivoire (Republique de Cote d'Ivoire) / Ivory Coast
Flag of Republic of Cote d'Ivoire (Republique de Cote d'Ivoire) / Ivory Coast
Flag of Republic of Cote d'Ivoire (Republique de Cote d'Ivoire) / Ivory Coast
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Republic of Cape Verde (Republica de Cabo Verde)
Flag of Republic of Cape Verde (Republica de Cabo Verde)
Flag of Republic of Cape Verde (Republica de Cabo Verde)
School Enrollment in SA
Data on School Enrollment for Blacks and Whites in South Africa in 1982.
Data on School Enrollment for Blacks and Whites in South Africa in 1982.
Morocco
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Morocco
A brief history of the colonization and independence of Morocco
Country of My Skull
If you want to understand modern South Africa there is no better place to start than the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Antjie Krog's masterwork places you in the mind of both oppressed black freedom fighters and entrenched white Afrikaner.
If you want to understand modern South Africa there is no better place to start than the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Antjie Krog's masterwork places you in the mind of both oppressed black freedom fighters and entrenched white Afrikaner.
Humankind's African Origins
Humankind's African Origins A catalogue of hominid species. Related Resources New Hominid Fossils
Humankind's African Origins A catalogue of hominid species. Related Resources New Hominid Fossils
Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region and Era
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region and Era.
Statistics for Trans-Atlantic Slave Exports by Region and Era.
Afrikaner Broederbond
Afrikaner Broederbond African History Glossary - Apartheid Terms - Afrikaner Broederbond Related Terms
Afrikaner Broederbond African History Glossary - Apartheid Terms - Afrikaner Broederbond Related Terms
The History of Islam in Africa
The Islamic faith and Muslims have played a crucial role in the development of Africa, not only in North Africa and West Africa where it is still the dominant religion, but also in East Africa, where its dominance decreases as one moves south, and in Southern Africa, where it was introduced through slaves and political exiles and is most prominent today in the cities of Durban and Cape Town.
The Islamic faith and Muslims have played a crucial role in the development of Africa, not only in North Africa and West Africa where it is still the dominant religion, but also in East Africa, where its dominance decreases as one moves south, and in Southern Africa, where it was introduced through slaves and political exiles and is most prominent today in the cities of Durban and Cape Town.
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WWII Timeline: June 1940
When Italy declared war against Britain and France in June 1940 it seemed inevitable that the conflict would come to Africa – Italy wanted an empire, and it was only on the African continent that it would be able to achieve such conquest. But even with Britain's pre-emptive forays into Libya, the war was slow to start…
When Italy declared war against Britain and France in June 1940 it seemed inevitable that the conflict would come to Africa – Italy wanted an empire, and it was only on the African continent that it would be able to achieve such conquest. But even with Britain's pre-emptive forays into Libya, the war was slow to start…
Biography: Joe Slovo
Joe Slovo, anti-Apartheid activist, was one of the founders of Umkhonto weSizwe (MK), the armed wing of the ANC, and was general secretary of the South African Communist Party during the 1980s.
Joe Slovo, anti-Apartheid activist, was one of the founders of Umkhonto weSizwe (MK), the armed wing of the ANC, and was general secretary of the South African Communist Party during the 1980s.
Timeline: The Suez Crisis
suez canal zone hassan el banna son farouk caliph of islam king farouk: Timeline for the Suez Canal Crisis
suez canal zone hassan el banna son farouk caliph of islam king farouk: Timeline for the Suez Canal Crisis
Rwandan Genocide
A Selection of Quotes About The Rwandan Genocide.
A Selection of Quotes About The Rwandan Genocide.
Commonwealth of Nations
18 countries in Africa are currently part of the Commonwealth of Nations (with Zimbabwe having departed in 2003).
18 countries in Africa are currently part of the Commonwealth of Nations (with Zimbabwe having departed in 2003).
African History: 15th Century West Africa Trade
Between the 11th and 15th centuries West Africa was a major trading region, exporting goods to Europe, Arabia, India, and China across the Sahara Desert.
Between the 11th and 15th centuries West Africa was a major trading region, exporting goods to Europe, Arabia, India, and China across the Sahara Desert.
Freedom Charter
What was the Freedom Charter?
What was the Freedom Charter?
Color Technology
Today we consider chemistry to be a science, but its roots, back in Ancient Egypt, lie in art and the creation of synthetic pigments.
Today we consider chemistry to be a science, but its roots, back in Ancient Egypt, lie in art and the creation of synthetic pigments.
Biography: Sonni Ali
A biography of Songhai Ali the West African monarch who ruled Songhai from 1464 to 1492, expanding a small kingdom along the Niger River into one of medieval Africa's greatest empires..
A biography of Songhai Ali the West African monarch who ruled Songhai from 1464 to 1492, expanding a small kingdom along the Niger River into one of medieval Africa's greatest empires..
East African Independence
heile selassie federal democratic republic federal democratic republic of ethiopia french somaliland muslim invasion: A chronology of colonization and independence.
heile selassie federal democratic republic federal democratic republic of ethiopia french somaliland muslim invasion: A chronology of colonization and independence.
Zulu War Vocabulary
A list of common Zulu terms relevant to the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.
A list of common Zulu terms relevant to the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.
Idi Amin Timeline
A Timeline of Key Events in the Life of Idi Amin Dada.
A Timeline of Key Events in the Life of Idi Amin Dada.
Central African Independence
king leopold ii democratic republic of the congo republic of equatorial guinea french equatorial africa cocoa plantations: A chronology of colonization and independence.
king leopold ii democratic republic of the congo republic of equatorial guinea french equatorial africa cocoa plantations: A chronology of colonization and independence.
Women's Anti Pass Campaign
What happened when the South African government tried to force women to carry passes.
What happened when the South African government tried to force women to carry passes.
Mummy of Yuya
Mummy of Yuya, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Mummy of Yuya, held by the Cairo Museum, Egypt.
Slave Laws in South Africa
It is a popular misconception that slavery in South Africa was mild compared to America and the European colonies in the Far East. This is not so, and punishments meted out could be very harsh.
It is a popular misconception that slavery in South Africa was mild compared to America and the European colonies in the Far East. This is not so, and punishments meted out could be very harsh.
Kenyatta Quotes #1
A Selection of Quotes by Jomo Kenyatta
A Selection of Quotes by Jomo Kenyatta
Quotes: PW Botha
A selection of quotes by PW Botha
A selection of quotes by PW Botha
Quotes: Desmond Tutu
A selection of quotes by Desmond Tutu
A selection of quotes by Desmond Tutu
Timeline of Apartheid History: 1912 to 1959
A Timeline of Key Apartheid Events from 1912 to 1959.
A Timeline of Key Apartheid Events from 1912 to 1959.
Robben Island
A short history of island that housed the most notorious prison of the South African apartheid regime.
A short history of island that housed the most notorious prison of the South African apartheid regime.
Free Adinkra Stencil: Nkyin Kyin
Free Adinkra stencil design for personal use: Nkyin Kyin
Free Adinkra stencil design for personal use: Nkyin Kyin