These forgotten civilizations that shaped history developed ... they developed unique techniques that spread throughout West Africa. The Nok's technological and artistic innovations influenced ...

In his new six-hour series, Africa's Great Civilizations, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. takes a new look at the history of Africa, from the birth of humankind to the dawn of the 20th century. This is a ...

Many civilizations were quite advanced for their ... Their distinctive art style and metallurgy techniques influenced later West African cultures. The Vinča created some of Europe's largest ...

The Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) on Wednesday announced the formal exit of junta-led Mali, Burkina Faso ...