Step back in time to 1978 and join musician, activist, and Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti at his farewell show in the Afrika Shrine nightclub at Olney Theatre in FELA!…
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In the realm of cherished childhood memories, the warmth of solving puzzles with family and friends holds a special place. Many people fondly recall the joy and togetherness that came from gathering around a table, piecing together colorful jigsaws, and embarking on…
The strengthening of bonds between Africans, African Americans, and the black diaspora through shared cultural elements such as music and wine is a powerful means of celebrating diverse heritage and fostering connection. Music and wine have historically played significant roles in cultural…
South African athlete Caster Semenya succeeded in her lawsuit at the European Court of Human Rights against the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Her personal story led to a controversy about whether the hormone rules in sport are for fairness or…
On Wednesday, Jul 12, 2023, President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, launched his first visit to Africa. Raisi was received by his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto, and will continue on his visit to Uganda and Zimbabwe. This is Iran’s first presidential visit to…
On Saturday, July 8th, Nigerian Afrobeats singer Burna Boy (Damini Ogulu) achieved a remarkable feat by selling out the 41,800-seat Citi Field Stadium in Queens, New York City. This accomplishment solidified his position as a trailblazing artist, as he became the first…
Founded by visionary Nigerian entrepreneur Bisi Adedokun, Fintech Orokii combines the strengths of renowned remittance providers and popular domestic fintech startups, offering a wide range of instant domestic and international money transfer options.…
Henrietta Lacks, the unsung hero of modern medicine, continues to inspire and impact lives even after her death. Through the dedication of her granddaughter Veronica Robinson, her story sheds light on the importance of resilience, family, and the power of telling our…
Lawyers for Civil Rights, a Boston-based nonprofit, filed today a federal civil rights complaint against Harvard College with the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The lawyers drafted the complaint on behalf of 3 organizations, including the Chica…
Sunday July 2nd was a joyous occasion for Afrobeats fans and wine connoisseurs in the DMV, which marked the first ever Afrobeats and Wine Festival. The event took place at The Bullpen, a festival park next to the Washington Nationals baseball stadium…
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