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Genealogy, the study of families and their histories, has become increasingly accessible through technological advancements. Prominent African American figures, including US Congressman Gregory Meeks and US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield, have recently shared their ancestry through DNA testing, highlighting the importance of genealogy in understanding identity and culture. World Genealogy Day is […]
The Jamaica Music Museum will host its Grounation public education series in February 2026. The series, titled “African to Jamaican: Music and Creolised Black Culture,” will explore the influence of African heritage on Jamaican sociocultural identity. The series will be held over four Sundays at the Institute of Jamaica, aiming to highlight Africa’s importance in […]
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