Did you know that the ancient name of Africa was Alkebulan? Among the many names Alkebu-lan [“Mother of Mankind” or “Garden of Eden”], was called are the following: Ethiopia, Corphye, Ortegia, Libya and Africa – the latest of all.
Alkebulan is the oldest and the only name of indigenous origin. It was used by the Moors, Nubians, Numidians, Khart- Haddans (Carthagenians), and Ethiopians. Africa, the current name adopted by almost everyone today , was given to this continent by a European invader by the name of Louis Africanus. Like all methods of manipulation the Romans sought to completely disconnect the indigenous Africans from their culture, deities, and knowledge.
Changing the original name of Africa was an attempt to erase our history. How many people of African decent has ever heard of the name Alkebulan? Many of us has never heard the true rightful name of the Motherland. This is why we must open our minds to obtaining Knowledge of self and spread the message to others. The only way to know your lineage is to dig deeper into your history. We are children of The Motherland (Alkebulan) and we must represent our heritage and allow no one to alter our identity. Open your mind and allow the knowledge disseminated on this page to enlighten you. Spread the word and teach others so that cultural history is not a mystery.
CULTURE History 