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Queen Amina of Zazzau was a formidable Hausa warrior queen who ruled over the city-state of Zazzau, located in present-day Zaria, Nigeria, during the 16th century. Her legacy not only embodies military conquests but also visionary leadership that left an indelible mark on the history of West Africa. This is the story of the remarkable life and achievements of Queen Amina, a warrior queen. Visit the link to read her full story and subscribe to the ALKEBULAN newsletter for Africa and the Diaspora. African Queens History, African Queens Art, Queen Amina Of Zazzau, Queen Ifrica, Queen Amina, History Of Nigeria, African Kings, African Crown, Lion Dress

Queen Amina of Zazzau was a formidable Hausa warrior queen who ruled over the city-state of Zazzau, located in present-day Zaria, Nigeria, during the 16th century. Her legacy not only embodies military conquests but also visionary leadership that left an indelible mark on the history of West Africa. This is the story of the remarkable life and achievements of Queen Amina, a warrior queen. Visit the link to read her full story and subscribe to the ALKEBULAN newsletter for Africa and the…

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After 100 Years of Whitewashing, Brazil Will Depict the Goddess Iemanjá as Black #refinery29 https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/02/11275093/whitewashing-black-goddess-iemanja-brazil-sculpture Yoruba Goddess, African Goddesses, Salvador Brazil, Yoruba People, African Goddess, African Origins, Racial Equality, Black Goddess, Fish Sculpture

February 2, 2023 marks the centenary of the Iemanjá Day in Salvador, Brazil. In celebration, Salvador’s Museum of Afro-Brazilian Culture is producing a Black Iemanjá sculpture to finally reclaim the African deity's Blackness after decades of whitewashing.

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