Africa is the world’s second-largest continent and home to a multitude of peoples. It has also been the birthplace of some of history’s most interesting civilizations. Here are a few examples.

Cheikh Anta Diop, taken from The African Origin of Civilisation. In his two major works Nations Negres et Culture and Anteriorite des Civilizations Negres he profoundly influenced thinking about ...

For decades, the most prominent homes for African art were within museums in Europe. That has changed, especially with the December opening of Senegal’s Museum of Black Civilizations ...

Lenny Kravitz, the iconic musician whose electrifying blend of rock, soul, and funk has captivated audiences for decades, has ...

Self-determination begins with acknowledging the rich heritage of African civilizations and recognizing the profound influence African American contributions have had on global history ...