Today: December 23, 2024
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…
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…
Ghana’s parliament is facing severe criticism from human rights activists and organizations over the approval of a highly controversial anti-LGBTQ bill, known as the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. The legislation considered one of the toughest anti-LGBTQ laws in Africa, has…
Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe CFR was a Nigerian banker, businessman co-founder, and visionary leader of Access Bank Plc. He lost his life in a helicopter crash in Halloran Springs, California, on February 9, 2024. His death marked the end of an era for…
Universal Music Group (UMG) has purchased a majority stake in Mavin Global, a Nigerian record company founded by the business mogul Don Jazzy. The deal is set to be finalized in the third quarter, pending regulatory approval. Mavin Global is home to…
Former President Jimmy Carter, aged 99, has achieved another remarkable distinction as the first living U.S. president honored with an official White House Christmas ornament. The White House Historical Association revealed the 2024 ornament in tribute to Carter, marking the first time…
King Charles III is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the public following his cancer diagnosis. The monarch stated that he has been reduced to tears by the messages he has received from people since his diagnosis. On January 17, 2024, Buckingham…
Local International church embarks on fundraising campaign to secure a permanent home.…
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.…
Kenya has decided to exempt passport holders from South Africa and six other countries from the $30 (£23) entry fee introduced last month to boost tourism and attract business travelers. The move follows the government’s decision to eliminate visa requirements for all…
