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26/08/2024

Turkana, a people living in the arid, sandy🇰🇪 expanse of northwestern Kenya, from Lake Rudolf (Lake Turkana) to the Ugandan border. The Turkana speak an Eastern Nilotic language of the Nilo-Saharan language family. Their language closely resembles that of the Teso. They apparently moved to their present lands about 200 years ago from an area now in northeastern Uganda where the closely related Jie and Karimojong still live.

The Turkana resisted British conquest, and a military expedition in 1918 caused considerable løss of life and cattle but did not establish effective British administration. The region was not completely occupied until 1942.

21/08/2024

16/07/2024

25 yr old Beautiful actress and R&B singer Chloe Bailey at St Lucia carnival!! Chloe says she is a highly sensual woman who quit being a vegan after 11yr and back to eating meat!

15/07/2024

25 years ago today (July 14, 1999), Destiny's Child released their second studio album, "The Writing's On The Wall". Released a little over a year following their debut album, the group took more creative control and instantly became their breakthrough record. Propelled by the success of the Kandi Burruss written lead single, "Bills Bills Bills", the album debuted strongly in the Top 10 with 133,000 copies in its first week at #6.

The album's success as also propelled by controversy as original members LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson were unexpectedly replaced with Farrah Franklin and Michelle Williams just days before the music video for Say My Name went into production. Farrah and her luggage left and the group became a trio henceforth.

While it received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, retrospective commentaries saw critical acclaim joining TLC's FanMail as being leaders in the musical trends for R&B at the turn of the new millennium. To date it has sold over 13 million copies worldwide and has been certified 8X platinum in the United States.

15/07/2024

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13/07/2024

Congratulations to 32 yr old Ivanna Seymour out of the Bahamas on becoming the first Bahamian captain of the brand new massive Royal Caribbean Cruise ship the Utopia of the Seas which is the 2nd largest cruise ship in the world holding 8000 passengers and crew and will set sail for the first time on July 19th 2024! Captain Ivanna will be sailing Utopia of the Seas’ into her home country Nassau, Bahamas on Sunday, July 21st, 2024 from Port Canaveral in Florida. At a young age of 32 years old, she has earned this prestigious position through hard work and dedication. Her journey from a mailboat crew to the helm of a cruise ship shows the world that Bahamians and Caribbean girls can achieve great things. Show her lots of love!

13/07/2024

Sending a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Michelle Rodriguez! We love you

08/07/2024

The New Delta Project, Egypt 🇪🇬

▪️The country is in the process of constructing a mega man made river, and a project dubbed "The New Delta Project"

▪️The man made river is expected to stretch a distance of 114 KMs, and will mainly be filled by water from a number Oasis and underground water

▪️The Project is expected to cost about 5 Billion USD and will be pumping water from the Northern Coast to the Western Desert

▪️Linked to the same is the New Delta Agriculture Wastewater Treatment, Recycling and Reuse Plant

▪️The giant plant, with a capacity of over 6 million cubic meters per day, is part of the project and will treat agricultural wastewater for further exploitation

▪️The giant plant is a live testament to Egypt’s unwavering commitment to achieving water security through optimizing the usage of fresh water and building climate-smart water infrastructure

▪️The treatment plant if finished as planned is expected to break at least 4 Guinness World Records including:

1) being the largest water treatment plant by area, as it is spanning nearly 320,600 Sq.Mts

2) being the largest water treatment plant by capacity which is estimated as 86.8 m3 per second

3) being the largest epoxy coating in a building, covering an expansive area of 520,339 square meters;

4) being the largest sludge treatment plant, showcasing a substantial capacity of 670.01 kilograms.

▪️Once completed, the project is expected to support agriculture in approximately 1.2 Million Acres further expending the farmland in Egypt by 15%

▪️Most of the area will be under Wheat Production which is a major staple in Egypt 🇪🇬, and the country currently records an annual deficit of nearly 7 Million MTs thus the project seeks to reduce this deficit

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07/07/2024

Early life of Franco et le TP OK Jazz

Born 6 July 1938 in his mother's hometown of Sona-Bata [fr] in what was then the Belgian Congo, he grew up in the capital city, Léopoldville (now Kinshasa). When his father, a railroad worker, died in 1949, he ended his formal education at age 10 or 11 and helped his mother by playing a homemade guitar, harmonica and other instruments to attract customers to her market stall in Léopoldville's Ngiri-Ngiri neighborhood. He also honed his guitar-playing by working with Paul "Dewayon" Ebengo, a slightly older friend who had a real guitar.

In 1950, Franco (then age 12), Dewayon (age 16), and others formed a group called Watam, which played together for three years, playing weddings and funerals and with the help of a mentor of Franco's, the established musician Albert Luampasi, recording a few songs on the Ngoma record label.

01/07/2024

Blues legends, Willie Dixon, Big Joe Williams and Memphis Slim together in front of Moses Asch's Folkways Studios in New York City studio in 1961.

—William James Dixon (July 1, 1915 – January 29, 1992) was an American blues musician, vocalist, songwriter, arranger and record producer. He was proficient in playing both the upright bass and the guitar, and sang with a distinctive voice.

He is perhaps best known as one of the most prolific songwriters of his time. Next to Muddy Waters, Dixon is recognized as the most influential person in shaping the post–World War II sound of the Chicago blues.

—Joseph Lee "Big Joe" Williams (October 16, 1903 – December 17, 1982) was an American Delta blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, notable for the distinctive sound of his nine-string guitar. He was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame on October 4, 1992.

01/07/2024

Meet Sabina Chebichi. Born on 13/5/1959, she won her first marathon in 1973 while barefoot and wearing nothing but a petticoat. Sabina went on to become the first Kenyan female athlete to win a medal at the Commonwealth Games in 1974.

01/07/2024

MIRIAM MAKEBA

Miriam Makeba popularly known as Mama Africa. Was born in1932 to Swazi and Xhosa parents
In South Africa.

She was forced to marriage at 17 years.
The marriage turned to be abusive prompting a divorce.
Having great vocals,
She started singing anti-apartheid songs earning her a global recognition.

In 1959, she featured in the film
"Come Back Africa"
And later on relocated to US where devoted her time to music
And recorded her first complete album.

In 1977, she released her song
"Soweto Blues"
Which hit global waves.
She's a renowned mistress of Afro Pop music.

In 1990 after abolition of apartheid government,
She returned to South Africa where she featured in the film SARAFINA.

She was the first African to win a Grammy

In her absence,
Her music remain the best.
Her interviews displays her intelligence.
We know why she's known as Mama Africa.

26/06/2024

BLACK HISTORY

This image of the Tennessee State University Tigerbelles track team at the Penn Relays with members [L-R] Willie B. White, Martha Hudson, Wilma Rudolph, and two unidentified women. Wilma Rudolph was one of the most accomplished track and field stars in history.

At the Olympic games in Rome, Italy in 1960, Rudolph won three gold medals while breaking world records in the 100, 200, and the relay. She was voted into the Black Athletes Hall of Fame in 1973 and the National Track and Field Hall of Fame in 1974.

This photo from the 1950s was taken by famous Philadelphia photographer John W. Mosley at the Penn Relays. The first Penn Relay Race took place on April 21, 1895.

26/06/2024

Nkulee Dube is a South African Reggae musician and the daughter of the late Reggae legend Lucky Dube. She has made her mark in the Reggae music scene by carrying on her father's legacy and bringing a unique African flavor to the genre. Nkulee Dube's impact on Reggae music includes continuing to spread her father's messages of social justice, love, and unity through her own music. She has also contributed to expanding Reggae's global reach, particularly in Africa, where her music resonates deeply with audiences.

Nkulee Dube is keeping her father's band and legacy alive through several key actions:

1. **Performing with her father's band**: She frequently performs with members of Lucky Dube's former band, ensuring that the musical style and energy reminiscent of her father's performances are maintained.
2. **Continuing to tour internationally**: Nkulee Dube travels globally to perform at various Reggae festivals and concerts, introducing her father's music to new audiences and keeping his songs alive in the hearts of longtime fans.

3. **Recording and releasing music**: She has released her own albums and singles that carry on the themes and style of her father's music. This includes songs that address social issues and promote positive messages, much like Lucky Dube's iconic songs.

4. **Honoring his memory**: Nkulee actively participates in events and tributes dedicated to her father, ensuring that his contributions to Reggae music and his advocacy for social change are remembered and celebrated.

5. **Engaging with fans and the reggae community**: Through social media, interviews, and performances, Nkulee Dube maintains a connection with fans of her father's music and the wider Reggae community, further cementing his legacy.

Overall, Nkulee Dube's dedication to her father's band and legacy is evident in her ongoing performances, recordings, and efforts to preserve and promote his music worldwide.

When time stands still, get up and make it move….
NKULEE DUBE & her band are fast approaching with shows in Europe at Reggae Jam Bersenbruck Germany on July 28th and at English Bay Beach in Vancouver Canada on August 11th
“Through the journey of life we meet many people along the way. Each one has a purpose in our life. No one we meet is ever a coincidence. Never be scared to travel on a new path. The only thing stopping you from achieving the life that you want is you. You have started on the journey and it has not been an easy ride I know, so make it count. Don’t let everything you go through be for nothing”

26/06/2024

Nkulee Dube is a South African Reggae musician and the daughter of the late Reggae legend Lucky Dube. She has made her mark in the Reggae music scene by carrying on her father's legacy and bringing a unique African flavor to the genre. Nkulee Dube's impact on Reggae music includes continuing to spread her father's messages of social justice, love, and unity through her own music. She has also contributed to expanding Reggae's global reach, particularly in Africa, where her music resonates deeply with audiences.

Nkulee Dube is keeping her father's band and legacy alive through several key actions:

1. **Performing with her father's band**: She frequently performs with members of Lucky Dube's former band, ensuring that the musical style and energy reminiscent of her father's performances are maintained.
2. **Continuing to tour internationally**: Nkulee Dube travels globally to perform at various Reggae festivals and concerts, introducing her father's music to new audiences and keeping his songs alive in the hearts of longtime fans.

3. **Recording and releasing music**: She has released her own albums and singles that carry on the themes and style of her father's music. This includes songs that address social issues and promote positive messages, much like Lucky Dube's iconic songs.

13/06/2024

1897: African American Buffalo Soldiers test bikes for Army on 1,900 mile expedition
In 1897, 20 soldiers, an army surgeon and a reporter led by Lt. James A. Moss, rode bicycles from Fort Missoula in Montana to St. Louis, Missouri. The trip was made as an experiment to see whether the bicycle could serve a useful purpose in the Army.
1890s America was also experiencing a bicycle-craze due to the recent invention of the "safety bicycle" (a bicycle with wheels of equal size and chain driven). Accounts make it clear that Moss had a romantic streak, and enjoyed the outdoors, as well as what he referred to as "the poetry of cycling".
The 41-day journey to St. Louis was 1,900 miles and took the men through Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska and Missouri. In the 1890s, the Army was segregated, with most black units (a.k.a "Buffalo Soldiers") serving in the isolated outposts in the West. Fort Missoula, at that time, was home to the 25th Infantry, a black regiment. Moss was a Southerner and recent graduate of West Point. He was only twenty-five years old. He and some of the '97 riders had done trips before. In the summer of 1896, eight of them rode first to the Mission Mountains, north of Missoula and then Yellowstone Park. For the St. Louis trip, Moss picked a path that mostly followed the railroads -- the Northern Pacific to Billings and then various arms of the Burlington the rest of the way.
Fortunately, Eddie Boos, a nineteen-year-old, rode along with the Corps to St. Louis and wired lengthy reports to the local Missoula paper, as well as newspapers all over the United States.
Combining his accounts with those of Lt. Moss, we get a fairly detailed picture of the trip. Sadly, no accounts from the soldiers, themselves, are known to exist. We only know them through Boos and Moss's somewhat stereotyped descriptions. Nevertheless, what comes through is a group of highly dedicated, tough, resilient, men who at the end of a long, hard ride still had a keen sense of humor and enjoyment of life*. A year after the trip they proved their mettle as soldiers, securing key victories during the Spanish-American War. Boos tells us that the Corps was escorted by hundreds as they drew closer to the finish of their journey and were welcomed by over 10,000 upon reaching their goal in Forest Park in St. Louis.

10/06/2024

The living legend and leading lady, Gloria Hendry born on March 3, 1949. Hendry is best known as the first black Bond girl Rosie Carver in the 1973's James Bond film Live and Let Die starring opposite Roger Moore. She also portrayed Helen Bradley in film classics Black Caesar, and the sequel, Hell Up in Harlem and costarred along side martial arts superstar Jim Kelly in Black Belt Jones.
Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Hendry was the older of two daughters. She studied at Essex College of Business for Law in Newark New Jersey and began a professional career as a Pl***oy model, working at the New York club from 1965 until 1972. In 1968, Hendry received her first acting role in Sidney Poitier's film For Love of Ivy, followed by the 1970 film The Landlord.
When Live and Let Die was first released in South Africa, her love scenes with Roger Moore were cut out because it was prohibited by the racist Apartheid government. She completed a memoir, entitled Gloria published in 2008, detailing her experiences as a Black woman during the 1960s. In addition, Gloria Hendry spends her spare time as an Acting Coach for some of Hollywood's biggest stars.

10/06/2024

James Nathaniel Brown (February 17, 1936 – May 18, 2023) was an American football fullback, civil rights activist, and actor. He played for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL) from 1957 through 1965. Considered to be one of the greatest running backs of all time, as well as one of the greatest players in NFL history, Brown was a Pro Bowl invitee every season he was in the league, was recognized as the AP NFL Most Valuable Player three times, and won an NFL championship with the Browns in 1964. He led the league in rushing yards in eight out of his nine seasons, and by the time he retired, he held most major rushing records. In 2002, he was named by The Sporting News as the greatest professional football player ever.
Brown earned unanimous All-America honors playing college football at Syracuse University, where he was an all-around player for the Syracuse Orangemen football team. The team later retired his number 44 jersey, and he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1995. He is also widely considered one of the greatest lacrosse players of all time, and the Premier Lacrosse League MVP Award is named in his honor. Brown also excelled in basketball and track and field.
In his professional career, Brown carried the ball 2,359 times for 12,312 rushing yards and 106 touchdowns, which were all records when he retired. He averaged 104.3 rushing yards per game, and is the only player in NFL history to average over 100 rushing yards per game for his career. Brown was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971. He was named to the NFL's 50th, 75th, and 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams, comprising the best players in NFL history. Brown was honored at the 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship as the greatest college football player of all time. His number 32 jersey is retired by the Browns.

05/06/2024

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03/06/2024

Photo of The Jackson 5 with their drummer, Johnny Jackson
On August 13, 1967 The Jackson 5 won the famous Amateur Night competition at the Apollo Theater in Harlem and the group caught the attention of Motown.
Gladys Knight had seen the show at the Apollo that evening and told Motown founder and owner Berry Gordy that he had to check the group out. However, Gordy would not meet The Jackson 5 until July 1968 when Bobby Taylor (a member of the group The Vancouvers), brought the boys to Hitsville in Detroit for an audition. After seeing the group perform, Gordy knew he had seen something very special and immediately signed the group to Motown.
The group went through a few short lived name changes ranging from Ripples and Waves plus Michael to the Jackson Brothers, until finally surfacing as the Jackson 5.

03/06/2024

The first African-American architect to graduate from MIT and the country’s first academically trained black architect, Robert R. Taylor was truly groundbreaking. Born in North Carolina in 1868, he learned carpentry and construction from his father, a former slave, and worked as a construction foreman before enrolling in MIT. After graduating in 1892, he was recruited by Booker T. Washington to work at the Tuskegee Institute in Tuskegee, Alabama, where he spent nearly four decades. There, he was an influential educator, developing the architecture and construction trade program and inspiring countless students. He also designed and built a number of the campus’ structures, including libraries, residence halls, administration buildings, academic centers, and a dining facility.In 1899, Taylor designed The Oaks, Booker T. Washington’s home and the Tuskegee Institute’s social center, which offered employment services and on-the-job training for students. He considered the Tuskegee Chapel, a brick and stone worship space that burned down in 1957, his masterpiece. Many of his buildings still stand today.

02/06/2024

Jimi Hendrix's Grandparents
Jimi Hendrix’s.. James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix was an American musician, singer, and songwriter. Although his mainstream career spanned only four years, he is widely regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century.
Shown are his grand parents who were Black Vaudeville performers. Mr. and Mrs. Hendrix (Jimi’s Paternal Grandparents) circa 1900s.

02/06/2024

In 1877, Henry Ossian Flipper became the first Black person to graduate from the United States military academy at West Point.
Born on March 21, 1856 in Thomasville, Georgia, Flipper was an American soldier, engineer and former slave. Flipper later earned a commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Army. He was also an author who wrote about scientific topics and his life experiences. He died on April 26, 1940 in Atlanta.

02/06/2024

Remembering Brenda Fassie, the Queen of African Pop whose music still lives on.

Brenda was born in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 in 1964, where she was raised by her mother after her father passed away when she was two. At a tender age, she started earning money by singing to tourists, while her mother, a pianist, played alongside. Brenda climbed her way to the top, beginning as the lead singer in a group called “Brenda and The Big Dudes”, and eventually branching off as a solo artist.

Brenda became well known for her “outrageousness” on stage and was sometimes referred to as the “Black Madonna”. Some of her greatest hits include “Vuli Ndlela”, “Black President”, “Nomakanjani?”, “I’m sorry Mama” and more. Most of her albums went on to become multi-platinum sellers in South Africa.

She died in 2004 at the age of 39 after losing consciousness at a hospital in South Africa.

Despite all the controversies surrounding her personal life, Brenda was a trailblazer in the African music industry. She was a musical genius who constantly reinvented herself and always gave fans around the world something special to look forward to. More importantly, she was a revolutionary who lent her voice to important social issues in her country and went on to inspire many people. Her impact on African music is undeniable and her work will continue to impact generations for years to come.

31/05/2024

Clora Larea Bryant was an American jazz trumpeter. She was the only female trumpeter to perform with Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker and was a member of the International Sweethearts of Rhythm.

Bryant turned down scholarships from Oberlin Conservatory and Bennett College to attend Prairie View College in Houston starting in 1943, where she was a member of the Prairie View Co-eds jazz band. The band toured in Texas and performed at the Apollo Theater in New York City in 1944. Her father got a job in Los Angeles, and she transferred to UCLA in 1945. Bryant heard bebop for the first time on Central Avenue.

In 1946 she became a member of the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, an all-female jazz band, earned her union card and dropped out of school. Dizzy Gillespie became her mentor and provided her with work. She joined the black female jazz band the Queens of Swing as a drummer, and went on tour with the band.

In 1951 she worked in Los Angeles as a trumpeter for Josephine Baker and Billie Holiday. Two years later she moved to New York City.

The Queens of Swing performed on television in 1951 as The Hollywood Sepia Tones, in a half-hour variety program on KTLA. They were the first women's jazz group to appear on television. After six weeks the show was dropped due to lack of a sponsor.

In 1951, she was a member of an all-female sextet led by Ginger Smock that was broadcast for six weeks on CBS.

In 1989 Bryant became the first female jazz musician to tour in the Soviet Union after writing to Mikhail Gorbachev.

She also gave lectures on college campuses about the history of jazz, co-edited a book on jazz history in Los Angeles titled Central Avenue Sounds: Jazz in Los Angeles, and worked with children in Los Angeles elementary schools. In 2002, she received a lifetime achievement award (the Mary Lou Williams Women in Jazz Award) from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Two years later a documentary about her was released.

Bryant died at Cedars-Sinai Medic

31/05/2024

📌 15 Beautiful Places For Vacation In Africa You Should Visit. 🌍🌹

1. Obudu Resort, Nigeria: Situated in the Obudu Plateau in Nigeria, this resort offers stunning views, cool temperatures, and a serene environment perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities.

2. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania: Known for its vast plains and incredible wildlife, the Serengeti is home to the famous Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras, making it a must-visit for safari enthusiasts.

3. Pyramids of Giza, Egypt: These ancient wonders stand as a testament to Egypt's rich history and architectural prowess, attracting visitors from around the world to marvel at their grandeur.

4. Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe: One of the largest waterfalls in the world, Victoria Falls is a breathtaking natural wonder that offers stunning views and thrilling activities like bungee jumping and white-water rafting.

5. Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya: Famous for its abundance of wildlife, including the Big Five, the Maasai Mara is a top safari destination with vast plains and a chance to witness the annual wildebeest migration.

6. Table Mountain, South Africa: Overlooking Cape Town, Table Mountain offers panoramic views of the city and the ocean, making it a popular spot for hiking and enjoying the beauty of nature.

7. Marrakech, Morocco: Known for its vibrant souks, historic architecture, and bustling atmosphere, Marrakech is a cultural hub filled with colors, scents, and flavors that captivate visitors.

8. Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique: This group of islands off the coast of Mozambique boasts pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and diverse marine life, making it a paradise for beach lovers and snorkelers.

9. Okavango Delta, Botswana: A unique inland delta, the Okavango Delta is a haven for wildlife and birdwatching, offering mokoro rides through channels and a chance to explore the untouched wilderness.

10. Sossusvlei, Namibia: Known for its towering red sand dunes and star....

28/05/2024

Stephen (June 26, 1780 - May 7, 1859) was Calvin Candie's starkly loyal house slave and close friend. He is the secondary antagonist of Django Unchained. Being a senior house slave more respected than the rest, Stephen personally views himself second only to the white man with all his fellow black people beneath him.

28/05/2024

Do you know about the lhuokpara and Nkereti inter-communal war?

Read through;

lhuokpara and Nkerefi are two different towns in Nkanu Enugu state that are forbidden from intermarrying because of the inter-communal war that occurred in the past
To date, both Communities still claim victims from their opponents.
The cause of their communal war is not clear as neither Ihuokpara nor Nkerefi agrees to has caused the rift between the two.
lhuokpara claims that their traders went to Nkerefi to sell their wares, but unfortunately, they were killed.
In a bid to retaliate, the elders of Ihuokpara met with the Ezemmuo, which then cooked up a charm.
The charm went in the form of an old woman to Nkerefi market square.
The old woman sold delicious OKPA to the Nkerefe people.
After that day, many people began to fall ill and die.
The Nkerefi elders made enquiries, and it was revealed what the Ihuokpara people had done.
A battle line was drawn, and the two communities had an inter-communal war that claimed many lives.
After the war, both communities swore to remain enemies and never to inter-marry anymore.

28/05/2024

AFRICA 🌍

Africa is a continent rich in history, culture, and diversity. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Ethiopia to the colonial era and struggles for independence, Africa's history is a tapestry of triumphs, challenges, and resilience.

The history of Africa dates back thousands of years, with evidence of early human ancestors found in regions such as the Great Rift Valley. Ancient civilizations like the Kingdom of Kush, the Mali Empire, and the Kingdom of Aksum flourished, leaving behind impressive architectural wonders and cultural legacies that continue to inspire awe today.

The continent's history was forever changed with the arrival of European colonizers in the 15th century. The scramble for Africa led to the exploitation of its resources, the imposition of colonial rule, and the devastating effects of the transatlantic slave trade. Despite these challenges, African nations fought for independence in the 20th century, leading to the birth of new nations and the struggle for self-determination.

Today, Africa is a continent on the rise, with a vibrant cultural scene, economic growth, and a young population driving innovation and change. As the cradle of humanity, Africa's history is a testament to the resilience and strength of its people, and a reminder of the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions that make the continent a truly unique and diverse place.