Poised, powerful, and intentional, Justice Jackson sent a message with her main accessory of choice: a bold, layered cowrie shell necklace paired ... in Black and African heritage.

Unlike coins or paper money, cowrie shells were durable and visually appealing, with a variety of patterns across the tiny domed shell ... African roots. The shells can also be seen in some fine ...

For readers unfamiliar with cowrie shells, Christie explained that they are “small, glossy sea shells that have been integral to African ... shell has also found its way into fine jewelry ...

Jackson, along with the other eight justices, also was part of the pomp and circumstance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration, attracting attention for the white cowrie-shell necklace she ...

Of the cowrie shell, Sarr noted, “It’s always been a talisman associated with good fortune.” At first glance, Jackson’s necklace resembles a judicial bib. “This design brilliantly reinterprets the ...

Comprised of cowrie ... shell collar is not credited to any particular brand, their influence on Monday isn’t understated. As early as the 14th century cowrie shells were used on Africa ...

ADDIS ABABA, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) -- The African Union's Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) project has gained momentum with 39 African countries joining it to date, outgoing African Union ...

Leaders of Eastern and Southern African regional blocs met for an unprecedented joint summit on Saturday to find a solution to a conflict in eastern Congo, where Rwandan-backed rebels’ rapid ...

teams up with South African producer Bun Xapa (named one of DJ Mag's artists to watch in 2025) to release a new collaborative single, "Chaak." The track is out now via Higher Ground. The message ...