History
South Africa’s War on Women: The Crisis of GBV
What is happening in South Africa is a national catastrophe of the soul, representing a systemic breakdown where the most fundamental right, the right to safety, is brutally denied to women, children, and LGBTQIA+ persons every single day. This ongoing crisis of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) is a heart-wrenching situation that requires urgent attention […]
The Pen of Freedom: How Mabel Dove’s Words Helped Forge a Nation
In the bustling, charged atmosphere of 1950s Accra, where the air itself seemed to vibrate with the promise of change, a different kind of weapon was being wielded. It wasn’t a gun or a machete. It was a pen. And one of its sharpest holders was a woman named Mabel Dove, whose articles did not […]
Asnaketch Worku: The Ethiopian Music Legend You Need to Know
In the vibrant, smoky nightclubs of 1950s and 60s Addis Ababa, a sound would rise above the chatter, a soulful, piercing melody from a one-stringed fiddle. The crowds would hush. All eyes would turn to the stage, not to a man, the expected master of the instrument, but to a woman whose presence was as […]
Are Box Braids Still Braids? When Cultural Appreciation Becomes Exploitation
You see it everywhere. On runways, in music videos, on your favorite reality TV stars. Box braids, Fulani cornrows, Bantu knots, hairstyles with deep roots in the African diaspora are having a “moment.” Again. For many of us, this sight is a complex cocktail of pride and frustration. There’s a sense of, “Finally, the world sees […]
The Unwavering Stand of Caster Semenya: A Champion Redefining Victory
In the world of elite athletics, victory is traditionally measured in hundredths of a second, gold medals, and shattered records. But for South Africa’s Caster Semenya, a two-time Olympic champion, the most profound victory has been won not on the track, but in the global court of public opinion and human rights, forcing a long-overdue […]
The Mirror Was Stolen: How Colonialism and Media Distorted Black Women’s Self-Image
Being a Black woman and loving yourself has never been a simple act of vanity. It has always been an act of resistance. For centuries, the world has told us that our hair is too coarse, our skin too dark, our lips too full, our bodies too much. At every turn, society suggested that we […]
A Journey of Resilience: Inspiring African Girls Through Education
In a world where challenges often seem insurmountable, there are individuals who defy odds, carve their path, and inspire countless others along the way. Lizzie, a rising content creator with a heart set on becoming a lawyer, exemplifies this spirit of resilience and determination. From navigating the complexities of academia to mastering the art of […]
Cardi B’s Rapid Rise Is Reshaping Pop Culture
In a year already defined by political tension, cultural reckoning, and shifting power in the entertainment industry, one name continues to dominate conversations across music, social media, and mainstream media: Cardi B. With her breakout single “Bodak Yellow” sitting at the top of the charts and her personality commanding attention everywhere from radio interviews to […]