Category African History

Uncover the stories and legacies of Africa’s great empires, explorers, and revolutions with our diverse range of articles on African history.

Artist impression of the dugout canoes the Nok Culture used for travel and trade.

Nigeria History, African Historical Figures, African History

Nok Culture (1,000 BC – 1 AD): Origins, Art & Technology

Discover the fascinating story of the Nok Culture - a little-known ancient civilisation that flourished in West Africa over 2,000 years ago.

Martin
16/02/2023

Artist impression of iron working farmers in the Luba Kingdom.

Democratic Republic of Congo History, African History

The Luba Kingdom: A Prosperous Pre-Colonial African State

Discover the fascinating story of the Luba Kingdom, one of Central Africa's most powerful pre-colonial states.

Martin
14/02/2023

Malawi History, African History

Maravi Kingdom: One of Africa’s Great Civilisations

The Maravi Kingdom, a fascinating civilisation that once ruled over much of present-day Malawi, Mozambique, and Zambia.

Martin
14/02/2023