Today: November 23, 2024
After Okuntakinte accusations sent the art world into commotion in May, Wiley has come out with a detailed account to clear his name of the sexual allegations…
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."…
Ghanaian social entrepreneur and artist Joseph Nana Kwame Awuah-Darko, known as Okuntakinte, accused renowned American portrait painter Kehinde Wiley of sexual assault, detailing the alleged incident in an emotional Instagram post…
The History of the Bantu Knots, a striking African hairstyle, consisting of twisted knots across the scalp, can be traced to the Bantu ethnic groups of Southern Africa centuries ago. “Bantu” refers to the 300-600 ethnic groups within southern Africa that speak…
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…
The banjo’s journey began not in the mountains of Appalachia but across the Atlantic, in Africa. Its ancestry traces back to a variety of African lute-like instruments, brought over by enslaved Africans to the Caribbean and the Americas. In this new world,…
International Women’s Day is a special day celebrated globally on March 8, and this year’s theme is ‘Inspire Inclusion.’ International Women’s Day has been around for over a century, starting in 1911. It’s not just for one country or group – it’s…
Born in Sierra Leone in 1990, Ib Kamara was forced to flee to Gambia during his country’s civil war, living with relatives before moving to London at 16. In an industry where the representation of Black individuals is still evolving, Mr. Kamara…
From the new "Best African Music Performance" category to notable recognitions, the Annual Grammy Awards celebrated the influence of African artistry in mainstream American media.…
Beyond the confines of fashion, these brands are part of a broader movement that recognizes the influential role diasporas play in reshaping global perceptions. African communities abroad act as cultural ambassadors, introducing their host nations to the rich tapestry of African culture,…
