The nation’s first female ruler, Njinga earned a reputation for her blend of political and diplomatic skill with military prowess and became an...

The Song Behind the Jerusalema Dance Challenge. South African DJ and musician Master KG tells us the origins of "Jerusalema."

Set in fifteenth-century West Africa, Malika: Warrior Queen follows the exploits of Queen and military commander, Malika, who struggles to keep...

15 Things You Didn't Know About Mansa Musa

Lionheart is a charming, well-made film about a woman battling the corporate patriarchy upon taking over a company from her ailing father....

Breakin' Convention presents an original BCTV short film starring dancer Antoinette Gomis in "Images." Exploring the story of Antoinette's...

Africa’s creative movements are stepping onto the global stage. Afripedia is a platform that aims to change the narrative within the global...

In 1312 Musa became emperor following the death of his predecessor, Abu-Bakr II.  When he was crowned, he was given the name Mansa meaning...