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Queen Nzinga Leader of the Mbande and Matamba Empire

Queen Nzinga is best known as the leader of the Mbande and Matamba Empire who resisted colonial rule. Queen Nzinga was one of the most powerful economic and military political freedom fighters in African history. She mobilized her troops to stop the human trafficking known as…

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A Brief History of Queen Verónica I Guterres Kandala Kingwanga (1681–1721)

The Great Verónica I Guterres Kandala Kingwanga, ruled from 1681 to 1721, and consolidated the control of the Guterres dynasty while creating a lasting precedent for female rulers. Verónica is believed to have been a pious Christian, but also a fervent believer in Matamba's independence. In…

Central Africa Culture Featured by Samantha Johnas October 5, 2018

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Angola’s Long Road to Independence and Freedom (1958-1980)

By February 1961, many African countries had gained or were on the road to gaining their independence when the armed members of the Movimento Popular de Libertacao de Angola (MPLA) stormed the city prison in a quest to free political prisoners. This…

Central Africa Culture Featured Politics by Ana Mosioa-Tunya May 21, 2018

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Queen Nzinga: Warrior & Political Strategist (1583-1663)

When it comes to African women in leadership and political participation there is one African leader who is a role model for young African women, Queen Nzinga. Queen Nzinga of the Mbande and Matamba Empire ruled the land that is present day…

Africans With Global Voices America ReVision by Editor August 20, 2015

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African Diaspora International Film Festival

The African Diaspora International Film Festival begins in Washington D.C. on August 21- August 23-, 2015. The following are some of the films and documentaries to be featured. For more information visit DC ADIFF 2015 NJINGA QUEEN OF ANGOLA In the 17th century, a…

Africans With Global Voices ReVision by Editor July 10, 2015

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Uganda: First in Entrepreneurship

Uganda has the most entrepreneurs per capita according to research conducted by UK based Approved Index. African Countries with the Most Entrepreneurs per Capita Uganda – about 28.1% of the population are entrepreneurs . Almost 40% of all businesses are owned by…