African History
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There were no blonde Pharaohs, ever!
Introduction Assertions that naturally blonde or red-haired Egyptians can be identified through the hair colour of…
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The reserve heads and the Hemiunu forgery
The article examines the controversial reserve heads and Hemiunu’s statue in Egyptology, proposing they are forgeries…
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The true Melanated Charles V
The discussion highlights the recurring pattern of racial misidentification in early modern European portraiture, especially regarding…
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Hidden afro hair in European historical portraiture
The exploration of aristocratic European portraiture reveals a complex relationship between hairstyle orientation and racial identity.…
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The Barbados pennies
The Barbados penny, featuring a crowned Black man, challenges mainstream interpretations that link it to slavery.…
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Are Egyptian mummies White?
The article addresses claims of ancient Egyptian mummies being of Nordic or white European descent, particularly…
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Light skinned or Albinism?
This essay critiques the inconsistent classification of albinism, highlighting that genetic mutations resulting in reduced melanin…
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A Structured Rebuttal of Eurocentric Misrepresentations of the Tomb of Seti I
The content critiques Metatron’s claims about the Tomb of Seti I and the pigmentation of ancient…
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The four nations of men and the myth of race in the ancient world
The drawing of the four “races” from Seti I’s tomb is a 19th-century European fabrication, misrepresenting…
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Reconstructing Narmer
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Narmer was based on the Narmer Palette and a miniature bust, emphasizing…
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Reattributing EA15 from Amenhotep III to Ramses II
This paper challenges the attribution of the colossal granite head in the British Museum from Amenhotep…
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Reconstructing Ramses II
The reconstruction of Ramesses II’s appearance utilized authentic contemporary portraiture, including statues and reliefs, ensuring accurate…
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Evaluating Ancient DNA Interpretation in Africa
Evaluating Population Genetics and Ancient DNA Interpretation in Africa: Addressing Methodological Bias and Eurocentric Historical Narratives…
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Reconstructing Senwosret III
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Senusret III utilized extensive artefactual analysis from the Middle Kingdom, particularly an…
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Reconstructing Djedfre
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Djedfre utilized his surviving bust, highlighting distinct African features, including a wide…
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Reconstructing Queen Tiye
The reconstruction of Queen Tiye’s bust embraced her African features through meticulous reference to artifacts and…
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Reconstructing Nefertiti
The reconstruction of Nefertiti’s likeness involved a meticulous examination of various artifacts, prioritizing those with historical…
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The True Meaning of the Ankh Symbol
The ankh symbol, often linked to life in ancient Egypt, has deep roots in African cattle…
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Ramses II and the Nubians: Debunking Misconceptions in Ancient Egyptian Art
The representation of Ramses II fighting Nubians has sparked misconceptions about racial identity. Critics overlook African…
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Reconstructing Khafre
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Khafre utilized multiple statues, revealing discrepancies in facial features. Restoration efforts highlighted…
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Reconstructing Menkaure
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Menkaure emphasizes his distinct African features, drawn from detailed artifacts. Various restoration…
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Were ancient Egyptians red skinned?
This content explores the representation of skin tones in ancient Egyptian art, highlighting the impact of…
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Reconstructing Ahkenaten
The reconstruction of Akhenaten’s appearance utilized various artistic depictions and critical fragments, employing an overlay technique…
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Reconstructing Pharaoh Djoser
The reconstruction of Pharaoh Djoser involved meticulous analysis of artifacts, initially focusing on a damaged statue…
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Reconstructing Yuya
The content discusses the analysis and reconstruction of Yuya’s features, highlighting his African identity through various…
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Reconstructing Thuya
The reconstruction of Thuya emphasizes her African ancestry through detailed analysis of statues and artistic depictions.…
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They Were Called Moors: Part 1
The Moors, predominantly Black Africans, significantly shaped medieval Europe, yet their identity is often obscured in…
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The Cultural and Ethnological Significance of African Headrests: A Link to Hierarchical Identity and Ancestral Heritage
African headrests are significant cultural artifacts symbolizing identity, hierarchy, and tradition across various ethnicities. Carved primarily…
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Was King Tutankhamen black?
King Tutankhamen’s appearances in art and historical evidence reveal him as a Nilotic African. His tomb,…
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Timbuktu: West Africa’s historical literacy legacy
Timbuktu, a center of learning during the Mali and Songhai Empires, produced around 500,000 manuscripts, vastly…
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Pharaoh Khafre’s famous statue (and it’s new nose)
Pharaoh Khafre’s sculpture, known as Khafre enthroned, features an unusual alteration: his nose is carved from…
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Reassessing the Facial Reconstruction of Amenhotep III: An Analysis of Methodological and Anthropological Flaws
A forensic facial reconstruction of Amenhotep III by Cicero Moraes and Michael Habicht has caused controversy…
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The African signature hidden in Hieroglyphs
The hieroglyph for “face” in the Medu Neter reflects not just language but Egyptian culture and…
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Ancient Egyptian Crowns are expressions of Afro textured hair
The ancient crowns of Kemet were not traditional metallic adornments but fabric or beaded wraps reflecting…
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The Oldest Dance in the World?
The article explores the enduring cultural significance of Africa’s Ankole cattle, particularly through the ancient dances…