THEAfrica, the cradle of humanity, has a rich and ancient history. However, much of this history remained hidden for centuries, obscured by colonization and racism. This article aims to highlight these little-known aspects of African history.
1. Africa in the Sacred Books: Bible, Koran and Torah
1.1 The Ancestors of Humanity in Africa
The history of Africa dates back more than seven million years, when the first ancestors of the human line appeared on Earth. According to sacred books such as the Bible, the Quran and the Torah, Africa has played a crucial role in the history of religions. Important biblical figures such as Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph and Moses all sojourned on African soil, testifying to the importance of this continent in world religious history.
1.2 Africa, Land of Hospitality
In ancient times, when famine struck other parts of the world, its inhabitants took refuge in Africa, a land of abundance and hospitality. The sacred books record how Africa, particularly Egypt, was a refuge for many civilizations, including the Hebrews who lived there for almost 430 years.
2. The Destruction of Africa’s Identity through Colonization
2.1 European Domination
Over time, Africa became a prime target for Europeans, who implemented aggressive colonization policies. These policies have led to the degradation of African culture and the marginalization of its history. Europeans not only exploited Africa's natural resources, but also enslaved its population, contributing to the erosion of its cultural identity.
2.2 Western Education and the Loss of African Languages
In the process of colonization, the learning of European languages was prioritized, causing a gradual loss of African languages. Africa's rich oral traditions, as well as the languages spoken there, have been marginalized. Additionally, African history was relegated to the background of colonial education, with an emphasis on European history.
3. Renaissance Humanists and the Rediscovery of African History
In the 16th century, during the Renaissance, a group of humanists became interested in Greek civilization and the Greek language. These scholars discovered that the ancient Greeks had drawn their wisdom and science largely from Egypt and Africa. These discoveries shed new light on the history of Africa, revealing its importance in the development of world civilization.
4. The Birth of Humanity and Values in Africa
The history of Africa is not limited to the stories of ancient kingdoms and empires. It also includes the story of the birth of humanity and its fundamental values. According to the accounts of the Famine Stele and the Book of Genesis, humanity was born in Africa in the context of a climate crisis: seven years of drought 3 BC. AD
5. The Role of the Media in the Dissemination of African History
The media plays a crucial role in disseminating African history. However, they must be careful in the image they convey of Africa. The conflicts and humanitarian issues taking place there are often discussed, but Africa is only told through the eyes of foreign media, from negative angles.
6. Africa Today: Between Challenges and Hopes
Despite the challenges, Africa aspires to resurrect its history from the ashes. Initiatives such as the UNESCO program aim to teach Africans about their history, in line with the operational strategy for Priority Africa 2022 – 2029.
Conclusion
The history of Africa is rich, complex and fascinating. However, it has been largely obscured by discrimination and prejudice. It is time to rediscover and celebrate this history, not only to honor the past, but also to better understand the present and build a more equitable and inclusive future.
African antiquity through images
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Features
| Release Date | 1998-11-30T00:00:01Z |
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Language | French |
| Number Of Pages | 159 |
| Publication Date | 1998-11-30T00:00:01Z |
