Literature is so much more than words written on a page. It is much more valuable and interesting than it …
Culture
Mema by Daniel Mengara
Mema begins with the narrator remembering: “My mother was a strong woman. I remember her. I remember everything. I remember …
Explaining human evolution
Evolution is the theory that modern species have developed over time from earlier ‘ancestor’ species. This explains why modern species …
Léopold Sédar Senghor
Léopold Sédar Senghor is a Senegalese poet, teacher, philosopher and politician. He was born in the small coastal town of …
Serowe: Village of Rain by Bessie Head
Bessie Head is a well-known author in Botswana. She was born in South Africa, but moved to Botswana with her …
How are textiles made?
Textiles are an important part of traditional African culture. They have a long and complex history. Their use ranges from …
African proverbs to inspire you
Proverbs are part of Africa’s rich oral tradition. Proverbs are sayings that reveal wisdom and truth. They deliver messages of …
African proverbs about happiness
Africa has a rich oral culture which is still prominent today, used to share history between generations. Proverbs are a …
Africa’s linguistic diversity and why we need to preserve dying languages
There are over 2,000 languages spoken in Africa. Many languages are now endangered. This means that they are at risk …