A letter from me to you: Ubuntu, I am because we are.
Somewhere in the heart of Africa, where the spirit of Ubuntu whispers through the streets like a gentle breeze, I find my true self in the smiles of passersby and the clasped hands.
On this journey, I found myself navigating the turbulent waters of legacy that’s beyond me and an unsolicited sacrifice of a man whose spirit seemed as vast as the ocean.
As I stood before the orphanage that bore his name, the weight of his legacy pressed upon my shoulders, not as a burden but as a beacon guiding me towards a greater purpose.
Black History Month is a profound observance, a time to honor the wealth of African American history and the monumental contributions of Black individuals across every sphere of society.
Word of the Day: “Seeing is better than hearing.” – Nigerian Proverb
Today in history in 1977, “The City of Abuja is founded as Nigeria’s future capital. Construction and road building crews are at work on the location that will replace Lagos as capital in 1991.” – Source: https://www.africatodayyesterday.org/days/03-feb
News highlights from Africa and beyond (February 03, 2024).
Word of the Day: “Whoever is patient with a cowrie shell will one day have thousands of them.” – Nigerian Proverb
Today in history in 1956, “On her first tour of Africa since becoming Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s monarch spends 20 days in Nigeria, a British colony. Today at Kaduna Airport, she inspects a regiment given a new name for the occasion: the Queen’s Own Nigeria Regiment, Royal West African Frontier Force.” – Source: https://www.africatodayyesterday.org/days/02-feb
News highlights from Africa and beyond (February 02, 2024).
Word of the Day: “When the mother monkey leaves her baby to fall, the dried branch must not be blamed.” – South African Proverb
Today in history in 1959, “The premier of the South African musical King Kong, based on the life of boxer Ezekiel “King Kong” Dhlamini, in Johannesburg. The “All-African Jazz Musical” features singing stars Miriam Makeba and Nathan Mdlele.” – Source: https://www.africatodayyesterday.org/days/02-feb
News highlights from Africa and beyond (February 02, 2024).
Word of the Day: “Looking up, the tallest and the shortest person will see the skies at the same time.” – Liberia Proverb
Today in history in 1856, “Stephen Allen Benson becomes Liberia’s second president after a career trajectory typical of the leaders of the new country, who all held multiple positions. He had been Liberia’s Vice President and Secretary of the Treasury, as well as a Methodist minister, successful merchant and judge.” – Source: https://www.africatodayyesterday.org/days/31-jan
News highlights from Africa and beyond (January 31, 2024).