Today: November 15, 2024
Harnessing the unifying power of sports, a delegation of U.S. Sports Envoys and officials landed in Abidjan to attend the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, the continent’s premier sporting event. This initiative, spearheaded by the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement…
These 2024 cultural art exhibitions promise an exciting journey through a variety of Black experiences, historical narratives, and innovative artistic expressions, each exploring joy, beauty, and imagination through their distinctive lenses. Post is inspired by Ebony…
"Mizizi by Street Chef Shaw brings a novel taste to Grand Rapids with its unique take-out menu fusing Latin American and East African flavors."…
After watching their first Black president relentlessly attacked by the conservative right, it’s time the Ivy League school took some responsibility. Dr. Claudine Gay, the first Black and second woman president of Harvard University, resigned her position on Tuesday (Jan. 2), after months of attacks from right-wing…
One year post U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, the U.S. has made significant strides in fulfilling its $55 billion commitment, emphasizing a partnership that's more than just monetary but a multifaceted engagement. This progressive collaboration, highlighting initiatives like the Digital Transformation with Africa and…
Forget the “lean in” grind, ladies. It’s time to thrive up. On a crisp day at Eko House in Rockville, Maryland, witnessed a paradigm shift. Empowering Initiatives’ “Career Growth & Leadership” event wasn’t just another networking mixer; it was a clarion call…
In Francophone Africa, a movement reminiscent of the Arab Spring is emerging, which could be termed the 'Francophone Spring'. This upheaval traces its roots back to the colonial era, specifically to the 1884 Berlin Conference. Jean Claude discusses the ongoing complexities and…
In a historic move, County Executive Marc Elrich has nominated Charles Bailey, the current Division of Operations Chief, to potentially become Montgomery County’s first African American Fire Chief. With over three decades of dedicated service, Bailey is not only a seasoned professional…
Over the course of the last week, leaders from over a dozen African nations assembled in Germany for the G20 Compact with Africa Summit. The aim of this summit was to support private investment in the world's poorest, yet rapidly developing, continent.
The…
Yewande Komolafe's "My Everyday Lagos" offers a refreshing dive into Nigerian cuisine, documenting traditional recipes and the cultural mosaic of her heritage. Reflecting on her eighteen years as an undocumented immigrant, she narrates without shame, embracing vulnerability to resonate with others sharing…
