Complete History of Africa

Wages, government and employment conditions for agricultural workers on a sisal plantation on the world’s fourth-largest island of Madagascar. What is sisal? Sisal plant Sisal is a strong fiber from the spiny leaves of the agave plant. Sisal hemp, or henequen, is the name given to the cleaned and dried fiber of the cultivated varieties of the agave plant. The name sisal may have originated from having been first exported through the port of Sisal, in Yucatan. In Africa, sisal is cultivated for fiber in Angola, Eritrea, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, South Africa, and Tanzania. In Tanzania and Kenya, sisal is predominantly a plantation crop as opposed to small-scale farming. A coarse and strong fiber, sisal is used in fabrics, twine, ropes, string, yarn, carpets, mats, cigarette paper filters, and tea bags. Sisal is also used in composite materials for cars, furniture, and construction as well as in plastics and numerous paper products. Sisal can also be used to ad...

Green Bananas Culinary Creativity Green bananas, also known as unripe bananas, have not yet fully matured and are still starchy, firm, and green. Unlike ripe bananas, which are sweet and soft, green bananas have a tangy and slightly bitter flavor with a starchy texture.  Cooking is easy; green bananas can be boiled, fried, baked, or grilled and used in savory dishes like stews, curries, and soups. They are also used to make chips or other snacks; green bananas are a perfect substitute for potatoes in many recipes. You can also mash it as a thickening agent in soups or stews. Bananas are best known for their yellow color, health benefits, and potassium, fiber, and natural sugars, but did you know: Bananas float in water. Bananas are the most popular fruit in the world. Banana skins can be red, pink, purple, or black. More than 1,000 varieties of bananas are grown and eaten worldwide. Bananas are a part of the world’s fourth most important food crop and are the main ingredie...

Ethiopian eggplants are small, bright red to orange, intensely flavored vegetables, similar in appearance to a tomato. Fruits and leaves of the Ethiopian Eggplant are eaten boiled, as a recipe ingredient of African soups and stews. Ethiopian Eggplants are usually picked when still green or slightly yellow and are typically grown in micro-gardens and small family gardens. Three Ethiopian recipes , two recipes using Ethiopian eggplants and one for making the best Injera bread to eat with your Ethiopian eggplant stews by the African Gourmet. Prep time: 20 min Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 20 min Spicy Ethiopian Eggplant Stew Recipe Ingredients 4 sliced Ethiopian eggplants 1 small head cabbage, shredded 2 onions, sliced 2 cups baby carrots 2 large tomatoes, diced 1 large white potato, finely diced 1 green pepper, finely chopped 1 tablespoon minced garlic ½ teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons oil 8 cups of water Dir...

Instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: A Threat to Iconic National Parks and Wildlife The ongoing instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has serious implications for the conservation of its renowned national parks, including Garamba National Park , Kahuzi-Biega National Park , Okapi Wildlife Reserve , Salonga National Park , and Virunga National Park . Political violence, fueled by more than 100 armed groups operating in the eastern DRC, directly threatens the biodiversity and habitats in these UNESCO-listed reserves. Okapi Wildlife Reserve The Role of DRC’s Forests in Africa’s Ecosystem The Democratic Republic of the Congo holds half of Africa’s tropical rainforest, a critical region for global climate regulation and biodiversity conservation. As the second-largest rainforest in the world, the Congolese forests are home to many endemic species such as the bonobo , mountain gorilla , and okapi , which face imminent danger from the ongoing conflict. Impa...

Ancient Origins of Kenya's Largest Tribe and the Mau-Mau Kikuyu Fighters Possessor of all Ngai. Kere-Nyaga, also is known as Mount Kenya, is a place for prayers and sacrifices. The common name used when addressing the possessor of all is Ngai. Numbering about 6 million, Kikuyu people are the largest ethnic group in Kenya. While praying the Gikuya the people were to address Ngai as Mwene-nyaga. The Kikuyu name for Mount Kenya is also Mwene-nyaga. The Kikuyu God and possessor of all is Mwene-nyaga meaning owner of the snow, possessor of brightness, or possessor of the white patch.  Mwene-nyaga, lives on Mount Kenya, is also known as Kere-Nyaga. The Kikuyu pray under large sacred trees such as fig trees and this is where Mwene-nyaga is praised and prayers and sacrifices are offered. Mount Kenya is regarded as a holy mountain by the Kikuyu and Meru communities. They use the mountain for traditional rituals based on the belief that their traditional God, Ngai, and his wife Mumbi l...

Thirty informational stats and facts on Senegal geography, history, food, politics, economy, population statistics, culture, and languages and the best two Senegalese chicken and stuffed fish recipes. Learn all info about the African country of Senegal and make the best two Senegalese chicken recipe and stuffed fish recipe. Thieboudienne is an African seafood recipe from Senegal of stuffed fish and seasoned rice cooked in a thick vegetable tomato-based sauce. Seafood Recipe African Stuffed Fish Senegalese and Rice Stew Ingredients 2 large cleaned red snappers 2 onions, finely chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 diced carrots 2 diced tomatoes 1/2 head shredded green or purple cabbage 2 cups peeled and diced fresh pumpkin 1 cup peeled and diced cassava 6 peeled and diced garden eggs (African eggplants) 1 small can tomato paste 1 chopped hot chili 1 tablespoon fish sauce One handful chopped parsley 3 cups uncooked rice 6 cups fish or vegetable stock ...

10 Endangered and Critically Endangered African Animals: Facts About Poaching, Wildlife Trade, and Conservation Africa is home to some of the most majestic and diverse wildlife on the planet. Yet, these species face mounting threats due to poaching, illegal wildlife trade, and habitat loss. Explore fascinating facts and insights into 10 of Africa’s endangered and critically endangered animals, and discover the delicate balance between conservation efforts and human activity. What You Need to Know About Africa's Endangered Wildlife Africa’s endangered animals are under severe pressure from illegal poaching, habitat encroachment, and unsustainable hunting practices. However, experts argue that regulated trophy hunting in overpopulated areas can provide critical funding for conservation efforts. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlights a clear distinction: Trophy Hunting : A legal, highly regulated activity conducted by wildlife agencies, local communities, or conservati...