Sudan: From ancient kingdoms to independence
The region that comprises modern Sudan has been home to some of Africa’s most sophisticated civilisations, with a history stretching back thousands of years.
Nubia and Kush
The ancient …
Colonisation: Uncovering the Legacies, Honouring the Stories
This space is dedicated to unpacking the far-reaching impact of colonisation, not just as a historical event but as a force that continues to shape our world today. Through personal stories, historical analysis, and cultural reflection, we explore how empires rose and fell, how borders were redrawn, and how identities were both erased and redefined.
Acknowledging our ancestors' different journeys. Exploring our connected Black histories and respecting our different cultures.
From Africa to the Caribbean, from the Americas to the Pacific, we dive into the complexities of resistance, survival, and resurgence. This category is a living archive of truth-telling, memory-keeping, and collective healing.
The 1795 slave revolt of Curaçao
The island of Curaçao has witnessed one of the most significant but often overlooked acts of resistance against colonial oppression. The 1795 slave revolt, led by Tula Rigaud, Louis Mercier, Bastian …
The History of Curaçao
Curaçao, a vibrant island in the southern Caribbean Sea, is rich in history and culture. Its journey from colonisation to achieving autonomy is a tale of resilience, cultural fusion, and economic …
The history of the Republic of Chad: From pre-colonisation to independence
The Republic of Chad, a landlocked country in north-central Africa, has a rich and complex history shaped by its diverse ethnic groups, geographic location, and interactions with external powers. This …
The history of Burkina Faso: From colonisation to independence
Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa, has a rich and complex history shaped by many cultural influences, colonial subjugation, and a determined struggle for independence. The history of …
The history of Martinique
Martinique is a small Caribbean island in the Lesser Antilles. Its rich and complex history reflects broader themes in Caribbean history: colonisation, slavery, cultural blending, and the fight for …
The Stono Rebellion: America’s largest slave uprising
In the early hours of 9 September 1739, a group of enslaved Africans in the colony of South Carolina embarked on a daring quest for freedom, resulting in the Stono Rebellion, the largest slave …
The birth of Pakistan: A nation’s journey to independence
The birth of Pakistan on 14 August 1947 marked the culmination of decades of political struggle, cultural conflicts, and an unyielding quest for independence. Emerging from the struggles of British …
The Republic of Malawi: From colonisation to independence
The Republic of Malawi, often called the “Warm Heart of Africa,” is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa.
Early societies and kingdoms
Before the advent of colonial rule, the area now known …
Native American reservations and relocation
The history of the United States is intricately linked with the narratives of its indigenous peoples. The policies towards Native Americans, evolving over centuries, reflect a tumultuous journey …
History of Canada – From colonisation to independence
From the rugged shores of Newfoundland to the icy peaks of the Yukon, the land that is now Canada has a storied past, marked by the interplay of indigenous cultures, European colonisation, and a …
History of the Chagos Islands: A tale of colonialism
The Chagos Archipelago is a cluster of more than 60 small islands in the Indian Ocean, about 310 miles south of Maldives and 1,200 miles east of Mauritius. With a history of at least 2,000 years and a …