Today: September 19, 2024
American musician Jidenna Theodore Mobisson, known mostly by his first name, Jidenna, has articulated his words beautifully–as he does his lyrics–that Kamala Harris is a bridge of hope for the black Diaspora around the globe considering the influence of the U.S. The…
Though February is more popular for being the Black History Month and for African Heritage, September has been living up to its tag as the African Heritage Month since Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the proclamation on September 1. County Executive Angela D.…
Montgomery County, MD, Council Member Will Jawando shared his passionate opinion on why the African Diaspora must rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. Jawando delivered his impassioned message during the African Diaspora for Harris mobilization call, alongside more…
By Christopher Newman I am what God is And since God is African I am African. (“I am African” a haiku) As a doctoral student in the History Department at Howard University, I am often asked about my research, my area of…
Nigerian-American artist Shaboozey has achieved a remarkable milestone with his hit single “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” which has now become the most streamed song in the United States for 2024. According to Chart Data, the song has passed other major hits, including…
In what many would describe as a historic gathering of African diaspora leaders and advocates, the African diaspora united in a show of support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 presidential campaign, marking a pivotal moment in the intersection of African voices…
Vindictive Vile Villain Violate Voters Vision Rep. Jasmine Crockett delivered a message that resonated well beyond the confines of the Democratic National Committee event. Her speech was more than just an enthusiastic endorsement of Kamala Harris; it was an eloquent reminder of…
In the grand theater of American politics, few moments are as poignant as when the past and present converge to illuminate the path forward. Such was the case at this year’s Democratic National Convention, where the indomitable Maxine Waters took the stage…
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is set to publish its first book of sports photography, titled “Game Changers: Sports Photographs from the National Museum of African American History and Culture,” on September 17, 2024. This groundbreaking…
Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo clinched gold in the men’s 200-meter sprint ahead of rival, Noah Lyles of USA tomake history as the first African athlete to win this event at the Olympic Games. The 21-year-old sprinter from Kanye, Botswana, crossed the finish line…
