While genetic tests can reveal the ancestry of enslaved individuals, strontium analysis can now home in on where they actually grew up.

As we unroll its fragile pages, we embark on a journey to understand Africa’s vast and varied history. From ancient civilizations to modern nations, this map tells a story of change, conflict ...

For the first time ever, Henry Lovejoy, a CU Boulder history professor, has mapped the boundaries of a fallen African kingdom best known for its role in the Atlantic slave trade. During its reign, the ...

On this map, you’ll find places like the African American Firefighters Museum, Biddy Mason Memorial Park and other locations ...

“Sub-Saharan Africa is a big place with tremendous cultural diversity ... In addition to shedding new light on history, the map also has important modern applications, like combating wildlife ...

At certain points in history, parts of Africa that were colonised have had to deal with the effects of a lower population, which include a smaller workforce and the breaking up of communities ...

"Sub-Saharan Africa is a big place with tremendous ... In addition to shedding new light on history, the map also has important modern applications, like combating wildlife trafficking.