Chao Tayiana Maina is no ordinary historian. A trailblazer at the intersection of technology and African history, she employs digital tools to breathe life into forgotten narratives and reshape how we engage with cultural heritage. For Chao, history isn’t just a record of the past — it’s a dynamic, reparative process of uncovering truths and amplifying silenced voices. Chao […]
St. George’s Castle, situated in Elmina, a coastal town in the Central Region of Ghana, is one of the most prominent historical landmarks in sub-Saharan Africa. Built by the Portuguese in 1482, this architectural marvel stands as the first major European construction in tropical Africa and the oldest European building in existence in the region. Its significance extends beyond […]
Sam Allison is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the Premier League, becoming the first Black official to take charge of a top-flight game in 15 years. The announcement comes as part of a concerted effort by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to enhance diversity in top-tier refereeing. Allison’s pivotal moment is scheduled to unfold on […]
In a momentous occasion that reverberated across borders, Justice Olugbenga Shoyele, a Nigerian-born legal luminary, etched his name in history as he became the first African to be sworn in as a Judge in Edmonton, Canada. This groundbreaking achievement not only underscores Justice Shoyele’s exceptional legal acumen but also symbolizes the triumph of diversity and inclusivity within the Canadian […]
