The Niokolo Journal — July 2026

The Niokolo Journal

Explore the richness of African cultures — art, history, music, food and fashion.

Art & Craft
Art & Craft 3 articles
African Cuisine
African Cuisine 4 articles
History & Geography
History & Geography 7 articles
Traditions & Cultures
Traditions & Cultures 2 articles
Music & Dance
Music & Dance 1 article
African Fashion
African Fashion 3 articles
Languages & Peoples
Languages & Peoples 2 articles
Featured Article
Swahili City States and Indian Ocean Trade Networks
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Histoire et Géographie de l’Afrique : Empires, Tribus et Territoires

Swahili City States and Indian Ocean Trade Networks

Swahili city states dominated Indian Ocean trade for 1000 years. How East African merchants built maritime networks from Mogadishu to Mozambique.

· 11 min read