Today: September 19, 2024
In a disheartening decision, the Oklahoma Supreme Court recently dismissed a lawsuit seeking reparations for the last remaining survivors and descendants of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This setback highlights the ongoing struggle for justice and recognition for one of the most…
Curtis Jackson, popularly known as 50 Cent, visited Capitol Hill as part of his advocacy for Black entrepreneurs and to increase their representation in the luxury spirits industry…
BOMESI is empowering Black-owned media through strategic initiatives, community support, and innovative partnerships to create a more inclusive and sustainable media landscape.…
Harris is challenging beauty & hair care norms through her vision of community upliftment and Invites those interested in experiencing the unique blend of haircare and mindfulness. …
Abena Boamah-Acheampong, a Ghanaian-American CEO and former algebra teacher in Chicago, Illinois, founded Hanahana Beauty in 2017 to “increase accessibility, transparency, and sustainability.” She had an educational background in education and psychology, but ultimately found her calling in entrepreneurship by launching her…
Tennis legend Serena Williams and Journalist Elaine Welteroth have joined forces to tackle maternal mortality head-on through the birthFUND initiative. Announced to coincide with Black Maternal Health Week in April 2024, the birthFUND aims to “provide resources, support, and advocacy to improve the…
The United States and the nations of Africa enjoy a vibrant, multifaced relationship focused on expanding partnerships, global cooperation, and shared prosperity. These countries also share another powerful bond: people. In the 2020 Census, more than 14.4% of Americans self-reported tracing their…
Adejoke Bakare, a Nigerian-born chef is the first black female chef in the UK to receive the prestigious Michelin star award. Bakare’s West-African-themed restaurant in London, Chishuru offers a diverse range of affordable West African dishes in an upscale setting. The restaurant…
Inflation is causing significant changes in how Americans, especially black consumers, shop. The impact of these shifts in consumer behavior is becoming a crucial factor in curbing inflation. High inflation rates for everyday necessities like shelter and food have risen sharply. Shelter…
At the 15th Anniversary Conference MBE Night in Annapolis, Governor Wes Moore delivered a powerful message on advancing economic opportunity for Black entrepreneurs, outlining a visionary plan to close the racial wealth gap and foster equitable economic growth in Maryland.…
