The Anglo-Zanzibar War, fought between the United Kingdom and the Sultanate of Zanzibar on 27th August 1896, holds the record for being the shortest war in history. It lasted between...
African history is rich with powerful queens and female leaders who fiercely resisted colonization. Their legacy of courage and resilience remains an inspiration, underscoring the continent’s deep-rooted traditions of matriarchal...
The issuance of the one hundred trillion Zimbabwean dollar note is a vivid emblem of Zimbabwe’s staggering hyperinflation during the late 2000s. Here’s an explanation of how and why this...
While many are familiar with Robert Mugabe’s political career and his role in Zimbabwe’s liberation, there are lesser-known facets of his life and personality. Here are some lesser-known facts about...
A quick look into the annals of history and one is startled at the number of African countries that experienced particularly violent and tumultuous paths to independence. The African countries...
