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Tucked into the southeastern hills of Zimbabwe lies Great Zimbabwe, a monumental city built entirely of stone, without a drop of mortar — and yet still standing after nearly 1,000 years. But beyond its towering granite walls and mysterious conical towers lies a realm of secrets waiting to be unearthed. Great Zimbabwe, constructed between 1100 … Read more
Located within the township of Kilwa Masoko, Kilwa Kisiwani is both the largest and least populated of the area’s nine hamlets, with fewer than 1,000 residents today. Yet, in its medieval prime, this island thrived as a bustling port city of over 10,000 people, renowned across the Indian Ocean for its gold, trade, and powerful … Read more
In the heart of northeastern Africa, beyond the Nile’s gentle bends and the shifting sands of the Nubian Desert, lies a forgotten kingdom that defies every expectation — Meroë. Once the glittering capital of the Kingdom of Kush, this sacred city is home to over 200 pyramids, a script still undeciphered, and tales of queens … Read more
In the heart of Mali, where the Bani and Niger Rivers embrace, stands a city sculpted by sun, earth, and spirit — Djenné. Here, the largest mud-brick structure in the world rises not just as a mosque, but as a monument to human ingenuity and divine devotion. The Great Mosque of Djenné is more than … Read more
Tucked into the highlands of northern Ethiopia lies a sacred city carved from stone and steeped in centuries of reverence — Lalibela. Stone by stone, they carved their faith into the mountain. In Lalibela, Ethiopia, eleven churches rise from the earth like prayers turned to stone — ancient, eternal, and breathtaking. Built by King Lalibela … Read more
Lalo Kebba Drammeh was a legendary kora player from The Gambia, widely regarded as one of the greatest Mande koramasters of the 20th century. Born, in Kiang Kwinella in the lower river region, he is regarded as the greatest Gambian kora maestro. His virtuosity and deep understanding of traditional Mande music made him a highly … Read more
The Mande people of West Africa, particularly in modern-day Mali, The Gambia , Guinea, and Senegal, have a deep-rooted tradition of oral history, music, and storytelling. One of the most significant instruments in this tradition is the kora, a revered 21-string harp-lute. Its origins are shrouded in both oral legend and historical accounts, making it a deeply symbolic instrument … Read more
Have you ever finished a book and thought, How did they write that? We journey into the minds of amazing authors. We explore their creative process. It’s a fascinating world. Think of it like stepping into their writing space. We see their desks, their favorite pens. We feel their energy. It’s about understanding the person … Read more
A continent of astounding diversity, Africa is a tapestry woven from the threads of countless cultures, each contributing to a vibrant blend of tradition, art, and history. From the ancient sands of the Sahara to the lush rainforests of the Congo Basin, we’ll uncover hidden gems and marvel at iconic landmarks. From the ancient pyramids … Read more
Arts and aesthetics reflect a people’s traditions, values, practices, pervasive realities, and external relationships. In the traditional African setup, art is intricately bound up with spirituality and culture. Thus Somjee (1992, 49) observes that “… art objects are not mediators of aesthetics but of ritual processes and institutional law that define and maintain relationships of … Read more
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