Today: December 23, 2024
On Saturday, July 8th, Nigerian Afrobeats singer Burna Boy (Damini Ogulu) achieved a remarkable feat by selling out the 41,800-seat Citi Field Stadium in Queens, New York City. This accomplishment solidified his position as a trailblazing artist, as he became the first…
Founded by visionary Nigerian entrepreneur Bisi Adedokun, Fintech Orokii combines the strengths of renowned remittance providers and popular domestic fintech startups, offering a wide range of instant domestic and international money transfer options.…
Sunday July 2nd was a joyous occasion for Afrobeats fans and wine connoisseurs in the DMV, which marked the first ever Afrobeats and Wine Festival. The event took place at The Bullpen, a festival park next to the Washington Nationals baseball stadium…
The Supreme Court decided on June 29, 2023 that Harvard College and University of North Carolina violated the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment for conducting race-based admissions. Many consider this a strike down on the Affirmative Action plan and have…
On Wednesday, June 28th, Dr. Oye Owolewa, the US Representative for DC, hosted the “DC’s Capital Seminar: All About the CBE,” an event dedicated to educating small minority businesses about becoming CBEs (Certified Business Enterprises). The event took place at DC Capitol…
Join AfroBeatsandWineFest for an unforgettable celebration of African culture. Sip and indulge in stylish wine-tasting, live performances and music from the best Afrobeat Djs! Event Title: Afrobeats & Wine Festival Time: 2pm EST Date: Sunday July 2nd Venue: The Bullpen, 1201 Half…
TANTV, a leading multimedia news and advertising company catering to the African diaspora, announces its strategic partnership with Orokii, a cutting-edge fintech app revolutionizing domestic and cross-border payments and money transfers. The collaboration aims to leverage TANTV's extensive industry expertise and innovative…
Many young adults and new college graduates are lacking in-depth lessons on budgeting and saving, which calls for an increased effort to promote financial literacy. For the past few years, Louisiana, Connecticut, and Michigan have all proposed financial literacy courses for high…
Last year, in 2022, I found myself reflecting on the significance of Juneteenth and why Africans in the diaspora, both in the United States and on the continent, should embrace and celebrate this holiday. In an article I wrote titled “How Africans…
In this thought-provoking exploration, karesha Graham delves into how diverse ethnic and cultural parenting practices shape children's identities and foster their personal development. Through personal stories and expert insights, the article unveils the profound impact of such practices, paving the way…
