Category: African History

A Lesson From The Past ðŸ’œ

One of the key lessons we can learn from Queen Labotsibeni's leadership is the importance of strategic decision-making. During her regency, she faced threats from neighboring European powers seeking to exploit Eswatini's resources. She identified the need to protect her kingdom's independence, and effectively negotiated with British and South African authorities to ensure that her … Continue reading A Lesson From The Past ðŸ’œ →

King Sobhuza II: A Glimpse Into The Life & Legacy Of Eswatini’s Longest-Reigning Monarch

King Sobhuza II, was the king of Eswatini for 82 years and 254 days, which remains the longest verifiable reign of any monarch in recorded history. His Early Life 23-year-old, King Ngwane V , father to King Sobhuza II took his last breath during an Incwala Festival held in February 1899. A few months after … Continue reading King Sobhuza II: A Glimpse Into The Life & Legacy Of Eswatini’s Longest-Reigning Monarch →

The Mesmerizing Beauty of Zulu Clay Pots

This #HeritageMonth we get to learn more about the exquisite beauty and cultural significance of Zulu clay pots. The Zulu Nation is one of South Africa’s largest ethnic groups, whose creativity and artistic expression are impossible to shake off, the Zulu Nation has a rich cultural heritage that stretches back thousands of years. Their traditions … Continue reading The Mesmerizing Beauty of Zulu Clay Pots →

Celebrating Mme Miriam Makeba

Known as Mama Africa to many and the Empress of African Song. This queen was a woman of virtue whose vision saw far into the future, because she made sure to leave us with a rich and colorful history and a powerful legacy, that would not only be beneficial to her family but also to … Continue reading Celebrating Mme Miriam Makeba →

Celebrating Mme Noni Jabavu

When it came to doing research about this queen, I could not help but marvel at how much of a heroine and lioness this lady was during her time. Mama understood the power of the pen and she did not play when it came to opening the doors of oppression that were designed to keep … Continue reading Celebrating Mme Noni Jabavu →

Thomas Sankara

The void that exists in Africa with regards to leaders who are capable and genuine to the cause continues to deepen. Instead of improving the living conditions of their people, todays leaders float on the waves made by revolutionary leaders who came before them. We no longer have leaders of integrity and vision. This Monday … Continue reading Thomas Sankara →

Ethiopia, The only African nation that resisted the partition of Africa.

How Ethiopia became the first African nation to defeat a European force, following the partition of Africa during the Berlin Conference of 1885 is something worth sharing in the content African governments feed our children. Italian Prime Minister, Francesco Crispi went on a colonising spree in the mother continent following the partition of Africa during … Continue reading Ethiopia, The only African nation that resisted the partition of Africa. →

Who was Queen Abla Pokou?

Ever heard of an Akan queen who led her people from modern-day Ghana to the Ivory Coast around the 1770's where she founded the Baole nation? Queen Abla Pokou was born at the beginning of the 18th century. She also happened to be the niece of King Osei Tutu who was the co-founder of the … Continue reading Who was Queen Abla Pokou? →

The Father Of Multi-Partism

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe Source Born on April 12 1922 in the Chinsali district of the Northern Province of Northern Rhodesia. Chinsali was remote from the country’s urban centres, it was an area of early educational development, due to the presence of two rival missions. The Presbyterian Livingstonia Mission of the United Free Church of Scotland … Continue reading The Father Of Multi-Partism →