Famous People
This famous civil rights leader gave the “I Have a Dream” speech and fought for equality.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
This is the belief that all African people, no matter where they are, are connected.
What is Pan-Africanism?
You must remember that to lead one must first learn how to follow
Who is Haile Selassie?
This is a type of music that started in Jamaica and became famous worldwide, thanks to artists like Bob Marley.
What is reggae?
This month is dedicated to celebrating African-American history and culture in Jamaica
What is February?
She refused to give up her bus seat, sparking the Civil Rights Movement in the U.S.
Who is Rosa Parks
This global movement fights for equal rights and justice, especially for people of African descent
What is the Civil Rights Movement?
Thinking is difficult that is why most people judge [said by an American]
Who is Malcom X?
This popular hairstyle, with thick twists or patterns, represents African heritage.
What are cornrows or braids?
This day celebrates freedom from slavery in the U.S. and is observed on June 19.
What is Juneteenth?
This South African leader fought against apartheid and later became the first Black president of South Africa.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
Colours of Pan-African Pride?
What are red, black, and green?
Comrades there is no true social revolution without the liberation of women?
Who is Thomas Sankara?
These colorful artworks on faces or arms are part of traditional African celebrations.
What is face painting or tribal face art?
This international holiday is on March 8
What is international Women's Day?
Jamaican singer who spread Haile Selassie I's Pan-africanist thoughts in songs like "War"
Who is Bob Marley?
This is a celebration of African American culture that lasts seven days, ending on New Year’s Day.
What is Kwanzaa?
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
Who is Nelson Mandela?
This African instrument, shaped like a drum, is used in traditional music and dance
What is the djembe?
This holiday, which celebrates African unity and independence, is observed on May 25th
What is Africa Day?
This Nigerian author wrote a famous book called Things Fall Apart about African life.
Who is Chinua Achebe?
This is the African philosophy that emphasizes “I am because we are”
What is Ubuntu?
Black skin is not a badge of shame but rather a symbol of national greatness?{Jamaican}
Who is Marcus Garvey?
This type of cloth, with colorful patterns, is known around the world as a symbol of African heritage.
What is kente cloth?
This celebration, originating from the African diaspora, commemorates the contributions of African people worldwide and is observed every year on August 1st.
What is Emancipation Day?