Did you know that ancient Egyptians performed complex surgical procedures, including amputations, dentistry, and even brain surgery, thousands of years ago?

Did you know that in 1803, a group of Igbo people being transported as slaves in present-day Georgia, USA, chose mass suicide over enslavement in an act of resistance known as the Igbo Landing?

Did you know that Great Zimbabwe, a medieval city in present-day Zimbabwe, showcases remarkable architectural skills with its massive stone enclosures built without mortar, demonstrating advanced engineering and social organization?

Did you know that Kenya pioneered mobile money transfer with M-Pesa, a revolutionary technology that transformed financial inclusion and economic empowerment across Africa and beyond?

Did you know that Mansa Musa, the 14th-century ruler of the Mali Empire, was so wealthy that his pilgrimage to Mecca caused hyperinflation in Egypt due to the immense amount of gold he distributed?

Did you know that Great Zimbabwe, a medieval city in modern-day Zimbabwe, was constructed without mortar, showcasing incredible architectural skill and sophisticated social organization?

Did you know that Afrofuturism, a cultural aesthetic and philosophy, explores the intersection of African diaspora culture with science, technology, and futuristic themes, empowering marginalized voices and reimagining the future?

Did you know that Yusuf Balogun Chamia, a Nigerian technologist, is pioneering digital solutions in agriculture, using drone technology and data analytics to improve crop yields and promote sustainable farming practices?

Did you know that ancient Egyptians performed complex surgeries, including brain surgery, as early as 3500 BC?

Did you know that ancient Nubia, predating even ancient Egypt, possessed advanced medical knowledge, including sophisticated eye surgery?

Did you know that Timbuktu, Mali, was home to Sankore University, one of the world's oldest universities, boasting a vast library and attracting scholars from across Africa and the Middle East during the 12th-16th centuries?