Orunmila is an integral figure in Yoruba spirituality. He is the cornerstone of Ifa. Known as the deity of wisdom, knowledge, and divination, Orunmila acts as a bridge between the human world and the divine. But who is Orunmila, and why is his role so essential in Ifa? Here is his story, his teachings, and how his wisdom continues…
Let’s take a journey into the 256 Odu Ifá—one of the most intricate systems of knowledge ever created by humankind. Picture this: a sacred encyclopedia of wisdom divided into 256 unique patterns, each holding the keys to understanding life, spirituality, and the unseen forces that govern the universe. But what exactly are these Odu Ifá, and why are they…
The story of Ifa’s journey across the Atlantic is as much a tale of survival as it is a celebration of tenacity. Forced migration during the transatlantic slave trade tore millions of Africans from their homeland, scattering them across the Americas. Yet, amid the trauma, Yoruba spirituality—rooted in the Ifa system—persisted, evolving into forms that continue to thrive today….
The concept of “human zoos,” where people were exhibited as spectacles for the entertainment and curiosity of European and Western audiences, is one of the most grotesque examples of racism and dehumanization in modern history. These exhibitions showcased individuals—primarily from African, Indigenous, and other colonized communities—as living proof of so-called “savage” or “primitive” cultures, often juxtaposed against Western “civilization.”…
The rise of Bobrisky has sparked a provocative dialogue within academic circles. Scholars from the University of Michigan and the University of Kansas are now set to engage in a discourse on Bobrisky’s cultural significance under the theme Being & Becoming Bobrisky: Agency, Subjectivity, Politics, with the keynote: Africa’s Second Struggle for Freedom: The Legal Subject Revisited to be…
The small town of Ebekwe had always thrived on tradition. Its people were known for sticking to their ways, generation after generation. In this town, progress was measured by how closely one followed the footsteps of their ancestors. And so, life moved in predictable cycles. Nothing changed. Nothing ever needed to, they believed. Adaora, a young woman with bright…
When we think of African civilizations, Egypt often dominates the conversation, with its pyramids, pharaohs, and ancient dynasties. However, to the south of Egypt lies another incredibly rich, ancient, and less talked about culture: Nubia. For thousands of years, the Nubians were a significant power in Africa, boasting a unique civilization that influenced not only the region but also…
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