African history is often presented through a lens focused on colonization and its aftermath. Yet, beneath the surface of this narrative lies a rich tapestry woven with the threads of powerful empires that thrived for centuries before European arrival. These forgotten sovereigns, whose stories are now being unearthed, possessed sophisticated systems

The persistent legacy of colonialism continues to linger within indigenous communities globally. Though often overlooked, its devastating impact on cultural practices, languages, and traditional knowledge is profound and irreversible. The imperialist' forces that sought to supplant indigenous ways of life have left invisible scars that endure even