Today: November 21, 2024
ForbesBLK holds its second summit in Atlanta, Georgia, in late June, partners with TANTV to drive awareness and include U.S.-African diaspora professionals.…
TANTV's new 'Diaspora Voices' series, launched on Africa Day, invites a global audience to experience the diverse narratives and cultural influences of African descendants through monthly features that spotlight unique perspectives and shared histories."…
Bozoma Saint John joins the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, marking her as the first African to be featured on the show…
Jocelyn Bioh’s Broadway comedy “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” and Leslie Odom Jr.’s performance in “Purlie Victorious” were among the notable nominees announced Tuesday for the 2024 Tony Awards. “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a show celebrating African identity and the pursuit of the…
Embracing the Crown! Looking for a style change for the summer? Braids should always be on top of your list! African hair braids and braiding styles are one of the oldest hairstyles in the world, which is a glowing part of the culture.…
Burna Boy, Siya Kolisi, William Ruto, Others Make TIME’s 2024 Most Influential List Nigerian music star Burna Boy and other influential figures of African descent like Kenyan President William Ruto, and South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi, have been named one of…
Platinum-selling artist Doja Cat hand-selected South African band ‘The Joy’ to headline alongside her during her Coachella performance. The Joy was not shy about representing a new approach to Zulu tradition that has sparked pride in their community. They accompanied her in…
Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess master, and coach, is set to make history with a 58-hour chess marathon in Times Square, New York City on April 17. Onakoya plans to play chess continuously for 58 hours without conceding a single game. His…
Kenya and Nigeria have decided to ban a batch of children’s cough syrup made by Johnson & Johnson under the Benylin Paediatric brand because it contains a dangerous substance called diethylene glycol. Benylin Children’s Cough Syrup is prescribed for the relief of…
Deniece Laurent-Mantey made history as the inaugural Executive Director of the President's Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States.…
