4 Must-Read Black Books From 2025 Award Seasons To Read In 2026
For the African diaspora in the United States and readers across the continent, 2025 provided more than just “good stories.” It provided a mirror.
For the African diaspora in the United States and readers across the continent, 2025 provided more than just “good stories.” It provided a mirror.
Black female comedians are commanding rooms, screens, and streaming queues like never before. From Accra to Atlanta, Lagos to Los Angeles, they’re selling out theaters, launching production companies, and building cross-continental fanbases that span YouTube channels, Netflix specials, and TikTok clips that rack up millions of views overnight.
Philly hosts 6 matches at Lincoln Financial Field (called Philadelphia Stadium for the event), including a July 4 Round of 16 clash, plus a Fan Festival at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park. African and African American fans get diaspora spotlights via cultural events, watch parties, and Black-owned business booms.
For Black founders in Philadelphia, the tech scene has always been about more than just software. It has been about community, resilience, and building legacy.
The world of movies in 2026 is looking like a massive year for Black stories. We are seeing a real mix of huge blockbusters and gritty independent projects that are finally getting the spotlight they deserve.
The WeLovEya Festival 2025 is set to make history in Cotonou this December with a rare joint headlining appearance by Afrobeats titans Davido and Wizkid. With over 50,000 fans expected at Place de l’Amazone, this guide covers everything from last-minute tickets and travel logistics to the confirmed lineup for the year’s biggest cultural event.
Voters in the Central African Republic will head to the polls on Sunday, December 28, 2025. This general election is the first since the country adopted a new constitution in 2023.
When local currencies lose purchasing power faster than wages can adjust, families need alternatives. Bitcoin and stablecoins provide options that were unavailable a decade ago.
Whether you’re streaming on Netflix, Showmax, or catching theatrical releases, this year represents a renaissance moment for Black storytelling across the diaspora.
From Port Louis to online streams around the world, the Africa Bitcoin Conference 2025 (December 3–5) is the continent’s most important gathering for Bitcoin builders, activists, and entrepreneurs.