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Dialogue of the Dumb – Silent Trade in Africa
Dumb Barter or Silent trade is an exchange process involving neither language nor money which, according to historical records was practised in Africa. Did this happen? more...
Understanding the Importance of Land in Africa
Hunger in modern Africa is a direct result of Africa's contact with Europe since the 15th century. This disrupted African agriculture in favor of capitalist monoculture. more...
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Berbers, the Traditional Tribals of Morocco
By: Kalpana Rangan
Berbers, the original inhabitants of Morocco and rich in customs and crafts are vibrant people who have contributed to the culture of the country. more...
Baking Bread Using Brick Ovens and Bread Makers
By: Farai Muchemwa
Commercial bread, though expensive relative to wages, was a convenient breakfast food for the working urban population during the colonial era in Zimbabwe, then Rhodesia. more...
By: Kristin Peoples
Benin was formerly known as Dahomey. While Benin is one complete unit today, this has not always been the case. It initially consisted of many independent kingdoms. more...
By: Steve DeVault
Many aspects of African culture are similar throughout the different kingdoms. Gold was a primary source of revenue along with the slave trade. more...
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