In 2008, the Library of Congress held a celebration honoring Nigerian novelist, author, poet and professor Chinua Achebe for his book, Things Fall Apart. This book speaks on pre-colonial Nigeria and how the protagonist, a traditional man named Okonkwo, handles colonialism and its effect on him and his people.
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What Was the Organization of Afro-American Unity?
In Malcolm X’s speech at the founding rally of the Organization of Afro-American Unity (OAAU), he recalls his recent departure from the Nation Of Islam, and his pilgrimage to Mecca. During his speech, he strongly emphasized the importance of uniting with other Afro-Americans of the Americas. Malcolm X wanted to be different from the NAACP,Continue reading “What Was the Organization of Afro-American Unity?”
How Redlining Increases the Devastation in Black Communities
Hurricane Helene left widespread flooding in Georgia on September 26-27 2024. (Photo courtesy of Surfrider.org) On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene, a category 4 hurricane, claimed 230 lives in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. This devastated the Black communities most, making it the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina of 2005. ManyContinue reading “How Redlining Increases the Devastation in Black Communities”
The Watoto Speak! 