Nana Yaa Asantewaa (c. 1840 – 17 October 1921) was appointed queen mother of Ejisu of the Ashanti Empire—now part of modern-day Ghana—by her brother Nana Akwasi Afrane Okpese, the Ejisuhene “ruler of Ejisu”. Prior to European colonization, the Ashanti people developed an influential West African empire. Asantewaa was the Gatekeeper of the “Golden Stool” (Sika ‘dwa) during this powerful Ashanti Confederacy (Asanteman), an independent federation of Asanti … Continue reading
She’s everything in one, a chef, teacher, psychologist, repairman, magician, singer, doctor, referee, and even a lawyer. Why a lawyer? She could win an argument with a single statement- “because I said so.” You could search high and low for something you’ve lost, and you’re kind of convinced that it’s disappeared off the face of … Continue reading
![Why Black Lives [Don’t] Matter In Africa](https://mygirlsquad.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/c96c2e1df817ca886225cc7cfbc4b89f.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Why Black Lives [Don’t] Matter In Africa")
Five years after the revolution, Tunisia’s black minority has yet to experience the freedoms enjoyed by other citizens. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAJPeopleAndPower%2Fvideos%2F1377600742286094%2F&show_text=0&width=560 Video Source Aljazeera Facebook Continue reading
Understanding police brutality for a person of color is understanding that this simply is a way of life. This video candidly shows the forgotten women of color who have become victims of police brutality in the United States. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FtheRoot%2Fvideos%2F10158513783130231%2F&show_text=0&width=560 Video Source Roots Facebook Continue reading
Our paths in life are all different. Whatever your goal or dream is, go for it. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Taraji P Henson is living proof that you shouldn’t always listen to what everyone tells you about your dreams. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgoalcast%2Fvideos%2F1364815656928954%2F&show_text=0&width=560 Video Source Goalcast Facebook Continue reading
Congratulations! You survived another month living in the world with President Trump. While some of us have been working hard and making ends meet, Donnie has been really busy too. Here’s the run down of his first 100 days. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fvicenews%2Fvideos%2F784706118356007%2F&show_text=0&width=400 Video Source Vice News Facebook Continue reading
Nothing hurts more than being dragged by “BLACK TWITTER” Video Source Evelyn from The Internets Youtube Continue reading
In the age of short messages, memes, and clap-backs, nothing makes a text, caption or social media post more animated than an emoji. Emoji’s have become their own language. We use them in many different ways of communication and have been very effective at expressing thought. But where did emoji’s come from? Check this out: … Continue reading
Copenhagen is one cool place! From beautiful canals to trendy architecture, Copenhagen is fast becoming one of Europe’s beloved countries. It is also becoming famous for its walking on a stick. If Copenhagen isn’t on your travel list – here’s a reason to add it! https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FInsiderdessert%2Fvideos%2F1675900749372077%2F&show_text=0&width=400 Video Source INSIDER Facebook Continue reading
Similar to the #NODAPL protests, the indigenous people of Brazil are coming together to protest big business. A new law in the country could threaten the lives of thousands of indigenous tribes. The law would allow the government power and access over the land owned by the tribes. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fajplusenglish%2Fvideos%2F949421518532689%2F&show_text=0&width=560 Video Source A+J Facebook Continue reading
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