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Did you know that white people make up only 7% of the global population? This thought-provoking question was raised by Yaya, a biracial woman, in a viral social media video. She shared her surprise that so many people, herself included, were unaware of this fact. Yaya reflected on how such a small percentage holds disproportionate global influence, stressing that white supremacy persists not because the numbers support it, but because it is actively allowed. Her video sparked widespread conversations about power, privilege, and representation. If Black people are the global majority, how can African people, both on the continent and in the diaspora, unite to dismantle white supremacy and build a more equitable future?

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Ancient Egyptians were African: Debunking Myths and Addressing Anti-African Narratives

For centuries, the identity of the ancient Egyptians has been hotly debated, with Eurocentric and anti-African narratives attempting to erase their African origins. Claims that ancient Egyptians were not African but rather European, Middle Eastern, or Mediterranean in origin are not only historically unfounded but also rooted in racism, colonialism, and a deliberate effort to disconnect African people from their cultural and historical achievements.

This analysis will explore why these claims are nonsensical, delve into their anti-African roots, and demonstrate that ancient Egyptians were fundamentally African, with no credible links to Europe or the Mediterranean as their cultural or racial origin.

1. The Geographic Reality: Egypt is in Africa

Africa’s Geography Is Non-Negotiable

Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa, bordered by Sudan to the south, Libya to the west, and the Sinai Peninsula to the northeast. It is geographically part of the African continent.

The Nile River, which was the lifeline of ancient Egyptian civilization, flows through other African regions, linking Egypt with its sub-Saharan neighbours.

Cultural Context in African History

In ancient times, Egypt was deeply connected to the rest of the African continent. Trade, migrations, and cultural exchanges with Nubia, Kush, and other African regions were foundational to Egypt’s development.

The claim that Egypt is somehow "separate" from Africa is a modern fabrication rooted in Eurocentrism.

Garveyite Perspective

Marcus Garvey emphasized the unity of African peoples and their shared cultural heritage. To detach Egypt from Africa is to deny the historical contributions of African civilizations to global history.

2. Physical Anthropology: African Traits of the Ancient Egyptians

Skeletal and Cranial Studies

Anthropological studies of ancient Egyptian remains consistently demonstrate features characteristic of indigenous African populations, including cranial structures, nasal cavities, and other markers commonly found in East Africans and Nubians.

Mummified remains, including DNA analysis, confirm that the ancient Egyptian population had genetic ties to sub-Saharan Africa, particularly along the Nile corridor.

Depictions of Themselves

Ancient Egyptians depicted themselves in artwork with dark brown skin tones, distinct African features, and hairstyles like braids and cornrows—styles still prevalent in African communities today.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey believed in reclaiming African identity and history. These physical and cultural markers of the ancient Egyptians reaffirmed their African roots, undermining attempts to Europeanize or de-Africanize their identity.

3. Cultural Continuity With Other African Civilizations

Connections with Nubia and Kush

Nubia (modern-day Sudan) was a close cultural and political partner of ancient Egypt. The Nubians shared linguistic, religious, and artistic traditions with the Egyptians.

Egypt’s earliest dynasties were heavily influenced by Nubian traditions, and Nubians often ruled Egypt (e.g., the 25th Dynasty).

Shared Religious and Spiritual Practices

Many ancient Egyptian religious beliefs—such as ancestor worship, reverence for the Nile, and solar worship—align with other African spiritual systems. These traditions reflect an African worldview, not a Mediterranean or European one.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey emphasized Pan-African unity. Recognizing Egypt’s connections with other African civilizations strengthens the narrative of African greatness and shared cultural heritage.

4. Why the "Non-African Egypt" Narrative Exists

Colonialism and White Supremacy

European colonizers sought to portray Africa as uncivilized and incapable of high achievement. To justify slavery and colonialism, they disconnected Egypt from Africa to present African peoples as inferior.

Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt in 1798 marked a turning point where Europeans claimed Egyptian history as their own, deliberately misinterpreting evidence to align with white supremacist ideologies.

Pseudo-History and Egyptomania

During the 19th and 20th centuries, Western scholars promoted ideas that the Egyptians were white or Mediterranean, often citing flawed archaeological interpretations or cherry-picked data.

Popular culture reinforced these ideas, portraying ancient Egyptians as white in films, art, and media.

Anti-Blackness and Cultural Erasure

The denial of Egypt’s African identity is part of a broader trend of erasing Black contributions to history. By detaching Egypt from Africa, these narratives deprive African people of one of their most significant cultural legacies.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey fought against colonial narratives that demeaned African peoples and erased their history. He would view the de-Africanization of Egypt as a deliberate attack on African pride and identity.

5. Ancient Egyptians Had No Links to Europeans or the Mediterranean

Minimal Contact With Europe

For most of its history, Egypt had little to no interaction with Europe. It was geographically and culturally oriented toward Africa and the Near East.

When Greeks and Romans did arrive in Egypt (around the 4th century BCE), they came as invaders or occupiers, not contributors to its development.

Distinct Cultural Traits

Ancient Egyptian art, language (hieroglyphics), and architecture show no foundational influence from Europe. These cultural markers are distinctly African and predate European civilizations like Greece and Rome.

Genetic Evidence

Studies of ancient Egyptian DNA reveal minimal genetic overlap with Europeans during the Pharaonic period. Most genetic links are with sub-Saharan and East African populations.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey believed that African civilizations existed independently of Europe. The idea that Egypt is tied to European history is a colonial fantasy designed to undermine Africa’s achievements.

6. The Mediterranean Myth

Misrepresentation of the Mediterranean

The term “Mediterranean” is often misused to imply European influence in Egypt. While Egypt did trade with Mediterranean civilizations, this occurred primarily during the Late Period, long after its cultural foundations were established.

The Mediterranean was a crossroads for African, Asian, and European interaction. However, Egypt’s primary cultural influences were African, not Mediterranean.

Linguistic Evidence

The ancient Egyptian language is part of the Afroasiatic language family, connecting it to other African languages like Hausa, Berber, and Amharic. This linguistic link further cements Egypt’s African identity.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey’s vision of African pride and independence rejects the Eurocentric framing of history. The Mediterranean myth is another attempt to obscure the truth of Egypt’s African heritage.

7. Why It Matters: Reclaiming African History

African Pride and Unity

Recognizing Egypt as an African civilization inspires pride in African heritage and counters centuries of colonial propaganda.

Egypt’s achievements—pyramids, medicine, mathematics, and governance—showcase the genius of African people.

Combatting Racism and Erasure

By reclaiming Egypt as African, we challenge the racist narratives that have historically dehumanized Black people and undermined their contributions to global history.

Garveyite Perspective

Garvey’s Pan-Africanism is rooted in the belief that African people must reclaim their history, culture, and identity to achieve true liberation. Egypt is a cornerstone of that history.

Conclusion: Ancient Egypt Was, Is, and Will Always Be African

The argument that ancient Egyptians were not African is nonsensical, unscientific, and rooted in anti-African bias. Egypt is geographically, culturally, and historically African, with no foundational ties to Europe or the Mediterranean.

From a Garveyite perspective, reclaiming Egypt as African is essential for restoring pride, unity, and identity among African people worldwide. As Marcus Garvey proclaimed:

"Africa for the Africans, at home and abroad."

It’s time to honour Egypt as part of Africa’s rich legacy and reject the colonial lies that seek to divide and diminish Black history.

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THE ESSENTIAL KAFIR by Dudley Kidd. (London: A. and C. Black, 1904). Illustrated with photos by the author.

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Aya de Yopougon [Aya of Yop City] (Marguerite Abouet, Clément Oubrerie - 2013)

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African Mask 2

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Burkina Faso's Bold Move To Pay Off Debt

In 2024, Burkina Faso made a major stride in its pursuit of financial independence by repaying 3,000 billion FCFA (around $4.79 billion) of its domestic debt. While this marks a significant achievement for the country, it doesn't erase all of its financial obligations. As of the end of 2023, Burkina Faso's public debt was 55.6% of GDP, with expectations to rise to 57.2% in 2024.

Despite still holding over $1.99 billion in outstanding bonds, President Traore is pushing for greater economic sovereignty. By rejecting financial assistance from the IMF, Burkina Faso is taking bold steps towards reducing its reliance on external creditors, prioritizing self-reliance over foreign intervention.

This development underscores the ongoing challenges and aspirations for economic independence in Africa.

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Janus-Faced Helmet Mask (Ngontang), Fang peoples, Late 19th-early 20th century