Two-time Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou talks about his philanthropic work, and how ‘systemic racism’ means he’s still ...

In Born in Blackness, Howard W. French explores Africa’s critical role in shaping the modern world through the transatlantic ...

For the first time, researchers have found evidence that people were using red ochre in West Africa during the Middle Stone ...

West Africa encompasses 17 countries ... "It's a gastronomic adventure rooted in history, cultural exchange, and a shared appetite for the unknown." Adrienne Wyper has been a freelance sub ...

A combination of population explosion, failure of governance and endemic poverty creates a perfect breeding ground for a ...

turning every moment of Detty December into a celebration of Nigeria’s cultural richness. Detty December is no ordinary ...

The culture was on full display at Four Star Theater on Grand Rapids south side with the Kwanzaa kickoff event. It was hosted by West Michigan Jewels of Africa a group dedicated to bringing the ...

Discover the rich culture of Nigerian food with Iquo Ukoh's new book, 'Memories on a Platter: My Journey with Nigerian Food.' Explore the cuisine's history and traditions.

Attendees donned ankara-print clothing, daishikis and other traditional West African-inspired attire as they dined on Black ...

The most recent coup in Niger brings to a head a lot of the challenges that have been happening in west Africa, in Francophone Africa in particular. The French and US involvement in this region was ...