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ALL DNA DESTROYED

Discover Your African Roots
By Black People, For Black People

We are the pioneers of genetic ancestry tracing for Black people globally, reconnecting you to your specific African roots–the country and the people. Our scientists compare your DNA markers to the largest African reference database in the world in order to find your African origin up to 2000 years ago.

Discover Your African Roots

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About The Founders
Dr. Rick Kittles
Dr. Rick Kittles
Dr. Gina Paige
Dr. Gina Paige

About The Founders

In 2003, Dr. Rick Kittles along with Dr. Gina Paige, took his years of research on genetic variation and his passion for the movements of African people throughout the world to create a new way for people across the Diaspora to reconnect with Africa and find their lost heritage.

Ancestry Test Kits

Knowing where you're from is a critical component of knowing who you are. Find those missing pieces of your identity with this transformative and powerful experience.

Which Test Should You Take?

<p>Your family tree has many branches. Use our Lineage Finder tool to decide which African Ancestry test to take first.</p>

Your family tree has many branches. Use our Lineage Finder tool to decide which African Ancestry test to take first.

Exploring Your Genetic Roots

Our DNA has special clues that tell us about our family history. These clues are passed down through each generation. They can help us learn where our ancestors came from and show how we are connected to people in Africa today.

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Your DNA

Depending on which test you purchase, we analyze either the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) that you inherited from your mother, the Y chromosome that men inherit from their fathers or autosomal DNA that you inherit from both parents. A simple swab from inside your cheek is all we need to begin the process.

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Your DNA

Depending on the test you choose, we look at one of two types of DNA:


  • DNA from your mother (called mitochondrial DNA)
  • DNA from your father (only in those assigned male or intersex at birth, called the Y chromosome)
  • To get started, we just need a quick swab from the inside of your cheek.

How We're Different

Your DNA = Your Identity = Your Legacy

Our easy, confidential process takes you from swab to discovery, unlocking a legacy you and your loved ones can cherish for generations.

Testimonials

- Murray R.
"African Ancestry is a requirement. I loved the results that I got on my African ancestry. It showed that my mothers family was originally from Cameroon. I shared the information with my entire family."

- Murray R.

- Tammy M.
“Best Purchase I Made! This test was easy to do and the best purchase I made for myself in a long time! There is nothing like being able to say that you ARE “African-American.” And you know where your people originate from. I highly recommend this test as its the gift that keeps on giving with knowledge of self and knowledge for your family..”

- Tammy M.

- Katrina Knight T
"Totally Worth It! It’s a simple process from beginning to end. Although it takes time to get your results, they remain in communication with you periodically to let you know you are not forgotten. My results impacted me and my entire family. I am a Black Woman in America and I KNOW WHO I AM."

- Katrina Knight T

Remember Who You Are

From the people who have paved the way to the places that inspire us to the spaces that have become sacred.

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1,000,000+ Black People Connected To Africa

Our science team will compare your DNA markers to the largest African reference database in the world in order to find your African origin up to 2000 years ago

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Find Your Origin
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