African History: Ancient Kingdoms, Colonial Era & Modern Independence
Trace Africa's historical journey from ancient civilizations like Mali and Ghana empires through the colonial period to modern independence movements and cultural developments across the continent.
Discover Africa's incredible historical tapestry - from the pyramids of Egypt to the trading empires of West Africa, the rock-hewn churches of Ethiopia to the stone cities of Great Zimbabwe. Explore the true depth of African civilization beyond common misconceptions.
Explore African History
Ancient Civilizations
Egypt, Nubia, Axum, Carthage Great Kingdoms
Mali, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Kongo Colonial Era
Independence Movements Cultural Heritage
Art, Architecture, Traditions
Egypt, Nubia, Axum, Carthage Great Kingdoms
Mali, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Kongo Colonial Era
Independence Movements Cultural Heritage
Art, Architecture, Traditions
Recent History Articles
African Historical Timeline
Ancient Era (3000 BCE - 500 CE)
- Ancient Egypt & Nubian Kingdoms
- Carthaginian Empire
- Axumite Kingdom in Ethiopia
- Bantu Migrations
Medieval Kingdoms (500 - 1500 CE)
- Ghana, Mali, and Songhai Empires
- Great Zimbabwe
- Swahili City-States
- Kingdom of Kongo
Modern Era (1500 - Present)
- Transatlantic Slave Trade
- Colonial Period
- Independence Movements
- Contemporary Africa
