The Bridge of Freedom: Reclaiming the Untold Stories of Black Liberation
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, FunTimes Magazine, in collaboration with Lincoln University, is launching the Bridge of Freedom Oral History Initiative. Our mission is urgent: to document the untold stories of African and Caribbean co-leadership in the U.S. Civil Rights movement before they are lost to time.
A Night Of History, Records, And Pure Black Excellence At The 68th Annual Grammys
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena wasn’t just another night of handing out gold gramophones. It felt like a definitive shift in the hierarchy of music. While the industry spent years debating if hip-hop and R&B were getting their due in the “Big Four” categories, 2026 was the year the artists stopped asking for permission and took over the room.
Celebrating 100 Years: The Heart Of Black History Month
“We have a wonderful history behind us… If you are unable to demonstrate to the world that you have this record, the world will say to you, ‘You are not worthy to enjoy the blessings of democracy or anything else’.”
—Carter G. Woodson, Father of Black History Month.
“Nigeria wasn’t working, Ukraine wasn’t enough, so I japaed a second time”
Sammy, who left Nigeria in 2021 and currently resides in the UK, shares what it really means to chase a better life abroad. From navigating a language barrier in Ukraine to working night shifts in a warehouse in the UK, his journey is a raw, unfiltered story of resilience and reinvention.
Is Democracy Dying In Africa Or Being Redefined
For a continent of over 1.5 billion people with an estimated youth population of about 400 million with many between the ages of 15 to 35, the continuous pushback more so among the Gen Z generation, unwilling to accommodate the conditions in which their parents and older generations found acceptable and made excuses for, puts the continent in a precarious situation with an urgent need for governments across the continent to live up to the aspirations, expectations and benefits of governance for its people.
Best African Kids’ Shows To Watch & Picture Books To Read In 2026
The global entertainment industry is currently witnessing a significant pivot as African storytellers dismantle long-standing tropes through high-production animation and sophisticated literature. This movement, often described as a creative reclamation, ensures that the continent is no longer merely a setting for external narratives but a primary source of original, heroic, and intellectually stimulating content for children.
Catch The Final Beat of January
Here is some low-cost or free entertainment to thaw out in the season of freezin’!
How Much do You Know About the Magic of STEM?
You may have heard the term STEM, but what does it stand for? It is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. But before it became a buzzword, it was already alive in our communities. From skincare formulas mixed in kitchens to our parents fixing what couldn’t be replaced, Black communities have always blended science, technology, and innovation into everyday life.
Enon Tabernacle’s “She’s My Sister” Ministry Leads the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Faith and activism converged over the weekend at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church during its 2026 “She’s My Sister” event. Founded by First Lady Dr. Ellyn Jo Waller, the “She’s My Sister” (SMS) ministry has spent nearly two decades evolving from a local awareness group into a powerhouse of advocacy and restoration for victims of human trafficking.
AFCON 2025: Senegal’s Triumph Reflects Six Decades Of Continental Football Evolution
Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations title on January 18, 2026, defeating hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.