#colonial history
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Tipu Sultan: secular ruler, not bigot
Historians and politicians clash over the legacy of 18th-century Mysore's ruler, with new film offer reigniting old debates.
The Hindu · 1m
African historian brings continent's story to young readers
Zeinab Badawi adapts her bestselling African history book for children, aiming to correct decades of distorted narratives.
Malay Mail · 2m
The great map debate: Africa's fight for fair representation
A centuries-old map projection distorts Africa's true size, sparking a UN vote and fierce debate over whether correcting it is justice or wokery.
Dailymail · 4m
Olugbile Holloway brings looted art home
Nigeria's museum chief is winning back thousands of Benin Bronzes stolen 125 years ago.
TIME · 1m