Today: November 22, 2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an $8 billion loan to aid Egypt’s economic revival with an immediate disbursement of $820 million. The approval of the loan is part of an effort to support Egypt’s economy due to external conflicts and…
President Biden’s Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States (PAC-ADE), will convene at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA, on Monday, March 18, to discuss issues key topics on improving African in Diaspora programs. According a to press release from the…
The United States House of Representatives has approved legislation that could lead to the banning of TikTok if its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, fails to sell its stake in the social media platform. The bipartisan vote, with 352 in favor and 65…
Last year for Women’s History Month, I compiled an article “Honoring the Many ‘Firsts’ of African American Female Ambassadors.” The article included 14 female former ambassadors and was meant to be a work in progress to eventually include more of the approximately 55 African American women who have…
Learn how to build your business around something you love with Chef Pierre Thiam, who is executing a vision of bringing West African cuisine to the global fine dining world. Market statistics indicate a growing interest in African cuisine in the United…
As the nation approaches the 2024 Presidential Election, emphasizing the African diaspora's role in shaping American socio-economic and geopolitical landscapes becomes paramount.…
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…
Hage Gottfried Geingob served as the third President of Namibia from 2015 until his death 4 February 2024. He was loved and respected by all, including world leaders.…
Following the death of Namibia's President Hage Geingob on February 4th, 2024, after a cancer diagnosis, global leaders mourn his loss, celebrating his role as a champion of independence, democracy, and his efforts in fostering international relations, marking a significant moment for…
The Pew Research Center has published important findings about Black eligible voters in the 2024 election and their potential impact on key races, including the U.S. presidential election. Projected to reach 34.4 million in November 2024, the number of Black-eligible voters in…
