The Black Pharaohs

For Black History Month: An exciting online event covering the 25th Dynasty of Egypt – when Nubian Kings ruled Egypt!

For thousands of years, the Nubians, “Vile Kush” as they were known who lived south of Egypt in present day Sudan were the great enemies of the Pharaohs. Their land “Nbw” literally meant the land of “gold” – and it was so very rich in this coveted mineral!

Through Old, Middle and New Kingdoms of Egypt the Nubians went back and forth from being a strong free nation, to subjects of Egypt,. They were powerful auxiliaries in the Egyptian army and trusted elites in the Egyptian course . They were also feared enemies. Then in the 8th century BCE, the tides were turned.

The Kushites ruled as Pharaohs

In this engaging talk, Canadian husband and wife Egyptologists Laura and Francois Roy bring to life the colourful and triumphant events that took place during this unique 75 year period when the Black Pharaohs ruled Egypt.

We will look at their achievements, their art – and the circumstances for their rise and fall.