#african shield

[cleostarcre8tiv]

ISIHLANGU CATERING is a food catering company that is based in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. The company caters for various Events, Conferences & Weddings.

Their brand identity contains the following elements:

Company Logo

Letterhead

Diary

Fridge/ Wall Magnetic Calendar

Business Card

Apron

Monthly Planner

Email Signature

Letterhead

Diary

Fridge/ Wall Magnetic Calendar

Business Card

Apron

Monthly Planner

Email Signature

CLEO STAR CRE8TIV

[nobrashfestivity]

Kikuyu shield, Kenya, Date Unknown

[thechromebucket]

Marvelous Mermay: The Star-Spangled Merman With A Plan

Happy Memorial Day, and thank you to all who've served.

[thatshowthingstarted]

A 19th Century Abyssinian shield,

The circular dome shield made from hide and decorated in blind, with white metal strapwork and floral appliquets, the central boss engraved description "Magdala 13th April 1868", the reverse with carrying handle,

52cms diameter.

Lord Napier led the expedition of 1868 against Emperor Tewodros II of Abyssinia (modern day Ethiopia). The Abyssinian ruler was holding a number of Protestant missionaries hostage, in his mountain capital of Magdala, as well as two British diplomats who had attempted to negotiate their freedom.

After months of planning, the advance guard of engineers landed at Zula on the Red Sea to constuct a port on 30th October 1867; Napier himself arrived in Zula 2nd January 1868, on the 25th January 1868 Napier led his group south to Ethiopian highlands.

After traversing 400 miles of mountainess terrain in inhospitable weather, Napier's troops reached the foot of Magdala on the 9th April 1868, and the next day, defeated the 9000 troops still loyal to Tewodros at the battle of Magdala for the loss of only two British lives.

Although Emperor Tewodros II surrender his hostages and made repeated efforts for a negotiated surrender, the distrustful Napier pressed on and ordered an assault on the mountain redoubt on 13th April 1868. The British captured Magdala and Emperor Tewodros killed himself. Napier then ordered the destruction of Tewodros' artillery and the burning of Madgala as retribution. This included the expedition and its troops looting many local artifacts which they took back to Britian.

Napier was elevated to the peerage as Baron Napier of Magdala on 11th July 1868 and granted annuity and ammunity for life.

Courtesy: Anderson and Garland

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Mantises at the insectarium, we got some new species in!

[newguineatribalart]

Zande Shield South Sudan

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[theredqueenandthebloodwyrm]

From The Sword and the Shield (The Revolutionary Lives of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr.) by Peniel E. Joseph.

Chapter Two, The Radical Citizenship of Martin Luther King, Pages 66-67.

Bayard Rustin's appearance in Montgomery less than a month after the bombing helped King make sense of the incomprehensible.

A brilliant organizer, pacifist, and raconteur, Rustin had helped to mobilize some of the most effective interracial anti-racist movements of the 1940s, but his activism was overshadowed by a complicated personal history that included past ties to communists and a stint in jail as a conscientious objector. Rustin's political ambitions were also thwarted by his homosexuality...Rustin would emerge in this pivotal moment as one of King's closest advisors.

[penelopwgarcia]

my only regret being a witch on afro traditional roots is that anything gothic like walking on a graveyard and reading stones or watching horror movies can be bad for me in the spiritual realm so I'm a witch but I can do gothic

[ayquebella]

Vintage Kenya Lion Rampant Guardant Former Heraldic Crest 1920 to 1963 Silver & Enamel Travel Shield Charm by REU

Wonderful silver travel shield charm with a red lion, depicted in profile standing erect with forepaws raised, is a symbol of courage, strength, and protection. This terrific travel shield will look terrific on your favorite charm bracelet or necklace!

[panafrocore]

The Turin Papyrus Map: The Oldest Surviving African Map Of Topographical Interest From The Ancient world

The Turin Papyrus Map stands as an extraordinary artifact, offering a captivating glimpse into the ancient world through its detailed topographical and geological features. Originating from around 1150 BCE, the map was crafted by the renowned Scribe-of-the-Tomb Amennakhte, son of Ipuy, for Ramesses IV’s ambitious quarrying mission in the Eastern Desert. Measuring 2.8 meters in length and 0.41…

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Vintage African Real Ox Horn Handmade Tribal Art old Statue Decorative Large L21

Vintage African Real Ox Horn Handmade Tribal Art old Statue Decorative Large L21

Handmade Real Carved Ox Horn.

Whole statue is made of OX horn, even base is cut out of horn, please check photos and video for more information.

Only one piece in stock.

Size: approx 24cm x12cm x9cm

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-African-Real-Ox-Horn-Handmade-Tribal-Art-old-Statue-Decorative-Large-L21-/276048802716

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Você sabia? Os filmes mais reprisados na história da sessão da tarde!

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Bedroom Master

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Hearth & Home Witchcraft That I've Learned

One of the biggest things that stands out to me when reading about hearth & home witchery is that everyday items are considered magical. Everyday moments, tasks, and chores as well. Its a beautiful way to live, if you really think about it. Big rituals are great, but as someone who is disabled, they rarely are doable. Here is a list of Hearth & Home Witchcraft Tips that i actually practice.

-Enchant a blanket by embroidering a sigil in the corner and using its color correspondences for your needs. It also helps me feel shielded from negative energy during meditation.

-Play music that makes you feel safe and AT HOME. This is almost like grounding, but also can be cleansing to the environment and especially the listeners. For me, its smooth jazz. The chill sound of the standup bass and the wandering piano notes that always seem to find their way to a comfortable key... its soothing to my soul.

-Talk to and about your home (kindly). So often its easy to complain about your living space. How you wish it looked or functioned differently. The house (in my belief) hears you. Treat it with kindness and gratitude for the shelter it provides. I say thank you to the house spirits and my home every morning.

-Find a convenient home protection ritual to do each month. I say convenient because if you overcomplicate things you'll feel less enthusiastic and less motivated to do it, and might even skip several months.

-Make a home cleansing spray using essential oils mixed with an appropriate amount of moon water. I like using a few drops of lemon, rosemary, lavender, and cinnamon. DO NOT spray this in the vicinity of your pets. I only use this spray in rooms where there arent any animals, to avoid complications with their health.

-Wash your bedding as often as you can and say a short incantation before you put it in the wash. It could go something like this. "I cleanse this bedding of all negative energy, from bad dreams, and from and all stress." Sleep is so important to your sense of safety and wellbeing at home.

-Open the damn windows when you can! Stagnant energy is known for dragging down people's moods. And there's nothing quite as uplifting as fresh air. This provides a healthy flow to your house's energy.

-Don't bring things in your home unless you want to incorporate their energy into your environment. This is something that's often overlooked. I especially advise heavy consideration when it comes to thrifting items and bringing them home. Try practicing sensing the energy of items so you can easily tell whats good to bring home and whats not. Thrifting is great! Im not discouraging it btw.

-Fresh flowers work miracles. Not only do they aesthetically brighten the room, but their correspondences and magical properties apply to the room that they're in. Sunflowers are a great example of a flower that encourages positivity, and are extremely affordable to get lots of them. Roses are a bit more expensive usually, but they invite that loving vibe. And African irises are great for psychic enhancement.

Thats all for this post! Reblog it if you found it helpful, or have any of your own cool practices for hearth & home witchcraft to share!

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"Fencing offers a ray of hope to young people living in Nairobi's poorest neighbourhoods.

Despite a lack of equipment, the sword fighting sport is growing in popularity in Kenya.

They cut a striking group as they wander through Huruma in their pristine white outfits.

These young people are heading for their favourite hang-out spot: the Tsavora Fencing club at the local community centre.

The street becomes their arena as they parry and riposte in front of passers-by.

This is not just a hobby for them: it's a force for good in their lives.

Fencing has helped carve a path away from crime, drugs and other social pressures.

"I used to be a gangster," says Mburu Wanyoike, who is now a coach for Kenya's National Fencing team.

"I was in crime and crime makes you feel isolated. It actually puts you in a place where you are isolated, making you feel depressed, having stress and I chose fencing as a way for me to escape out of the hood and escape that lifestyle."

His journey from delinquency to fencing coach and senior athlete in Kenya's national team has been transformative.

Inspired by the personal tragedy of the death of two friends, Wanyoike pursued training and education in South Africa, ultimately founding Tsavora Fencing in 2021.

Tsavora Fencing has made significant strides.

The team has produced 15 talented fencers who have earned spots in the national squad, with plans to represent Kenya in the African Olympic Qualifiers in Algeria this year.

However, challenges persist, particularly regarding the affordability of fencing equipment.

"Sometimes it is tough when it comes to competing with well-equipped international countries that are well organized, so what we do is just to move on with enthusiasm and obsession. The fact that we don't have the equipment, the limited ones we have, we use them. We don't complain that we do not have equipment, we just use what we got and put in the obsession and the enthusiasm and the passion combined, that's what we do, we fence," says Wanyoike.

Tsavora Fencing Mtaani, an initiative under Tsavora Fencing, offers mentorship and training in fencing to the youth of these impoverished neighbourhoods, shielding them from the dangers of their environment.

With 45 members, most of whom are students, the team serves as a beacon of hope in the community.

Participants are required to become disciplined and put on integrity.

"Initially I had bad company at home but now that I am in fencing, it has kept me busy and now it is a better option for me because I feel happy doing it," says Jemimah Njeri, a 17-year-old member of Tsavora Fencing.

"I cannot imagine myself without this sport because it has kept me very busy. In my area many girls have become teenage mothers and that is not a wonderful life," adds 16-year-old Allen Grace...

As Tsavora Fencing continues to thrive, fuelled by the determination of its members and the support of the community, it stands as a testament to the transformative power of sport in, even the most challenging environments."

-via Africanews, April 1, 2024