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Scientists have just given us a breathtaking look at one of our oldest “relatives.” Using cutting-edge 3D technology, researchers successfully reconstructed the face of “Little Foot,” a remarkably complete 3.67-million-year-old hominin fossil discovered in South Africa. The skull, which had been crushed and distorted by millions of years of geological pressure, was virtually repaired through […]
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For decades, scholars have viewed southern Africa’s ancient rock art largely through a ritual lens—but new research suggests the story may be more dynamic. Drawing on the Rock Art Research Institute archive and ethnographic records, archaeologists reexamined dance scenes created by San hunter-gatherers across South Africa. While many images depict trance and initiation rituals, the […]
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The University of Cambridge Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology has approved the return of 116 Benin bronzes to Nigeria, marking another major step in the global push to repatriate looted African heritage. The artifacts, seized during the 1897 British invasion of Benin City, include royal commemorative heads and intricate ivory and wooden sculptures. The Nigerian […]
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In a significant act of cultural restoration, the Netherlands has officially returned a priceless, 3,500-year-old sculpture to Egypt. The stone head, believed to come from Luxor, depicts a high-ranking official from the era of Pharaoh Thutmose III and resurfaced at a Dutch art fair in Maastricht in 2022. It was looted during the 2011 Arab […]
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A 2,000-year-old portrait from Roman Egypt, set for auction at Sotheby’s, is stunning viewers with its strikingly modern sensibility. This encaustic painting, part of the renowned Fayum mummy portraits, depicts an older man with hazel eyes and a lifelike, individualized presence that feels centuries ahead of its time. Created in the 1st century AD, it […]
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Archaeologists in northern Malawi have uncovered what may be the world’s oldest cremation pyre containing adult remains, reshaping ideas about early human societies. Discovered at the foot of Mount Hora, this ancient site dates back roughly 9,500 years. The carefully constructed pyre held burned bone fragments from an adult woman, along with ash, charcoal, and […]
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Scientists have uncovered the oldest known evidence of poisoned weapons, after detecting toxic residues on 60,000-year-old arrow tips found in South Africa. The discovery, published in Science Advances, pushes back the use of poison in hunting by at least 25,000 years and highlights the ingenuity of early humans. Chemical analysis revealed that the poison likely […]
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A Journey Through Time and Culture Welcome to Africa.com’s spotlight feature on the Museums of Nigeria, an extraordinary collection of cultural institutions that preserve, celebrate, and display the rich tapestry of Nigeria’s history and diverse communities. From the coastal landscapes of Lagos to the historical city of Jos, Nigeria’s museums serve as a beacon of […]
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Fortaleza of Maputo Fortaleza of Maputo museum is an onsite military history museum that provides a chance to learn something about the area’s colonial days. It’s one of the oldest and most important structures in Mozambique’s largest city. The museum offers a glimpse into Maputo’s colonial history. Built by the Portuguese in the 18th century, […]
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Abderrahman Slaoui Museum The Abderrahman Slaoui Museum (Arabic: متحف عبد الرحمن السلاوي) is a museum in Casablanca, Morocco. It is named after Abderrahman Slaoui, Moroccan businessman and art collector who died in 2001.The museum was founded by the Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation, and has been open since May 2012. The museum displays the collection of its […]
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