
Recession, Policy, And The Black Community
In a recent Wall Street Journal panel, four chief economists examined the risks stemming from U.S. policy uncertainty, and the outlook is far from reassuring.
In a recent Wall Street Journal panel, four chief economists examined the risks stemming from U.S. policy uncertainty, and the outlook is far from reassuring.
Renee Sterling did not plan to stay for more than two years when she left Miami for London in 2008. She saw it as a steppingstone opportunity when she was awarded a yearlong City fellowship to work for Goldman Sachs in the City of London. Seventeen years later, she is still there, now as the Executive Director and Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Regulatory Controller and International Data Controller at Wells Fargo. Her stellar career has spanned two continents and multiple financial cycles, but her values have remained constant.
This article features seven innovative side hustles that are generating Black wealth in 2025, linking a heritage of side hustles or business for Black people in the past to today’s digital economy.
In driving their tourism fortunes, many countries shape and reshape their immigration laws to positively impact the industry and attract visitors who’s financial spendings contribute to boosting its economic projections.
To have your business registered in Ethiopia requires amongst other things the following, an Initial Registration of the Company Name, your company’s Memorandum, an Article Of Association, an approved tax identification number, acquisition of a certificate of commercial registration, based on the specific industry a business might be required to apply and obtain a certificate of competency as proof of its capacity to offer its proposed services.
A new wave of African and diaspora tech leaders is rewriting the rules from Silicon Valley to Wall Street. Armed with degrees from elite institutions and ideas born from both necessity and ambition, they are building products and platforms that power the global economy. Meet the founders and visionaries building the future of fintech, aerospace, education, and venture capital.
Black Americans are still pursuing side hustles, not as a trend but as a time-tested money-making need and growth strategy. In 2024, 15.2% of Black or African Americans had an active side hustle, above the 13.6% national average, and 6.4% worked more than one job during December alone.
Philadelphia’s Black-owned restaurants offer something for every palate. Whether you’re chasing nostalgia, flavor, or a fresh take on tradition, these spots serve up quality meals made with the freshest ingredients and plenty of heart.
Tiffany Spraggins-Payne’s journey as a leader in Philadelphia’s small-business community is deeply rooted in her deep commitment to empowering others. As the Director of the Power Up Your Business program at the Community College of Philadelphia, Spraggins-Payne works to provide the resources, mentorship, and connections to diverse, minority, and women entrepreneurs.
With digitization on the rise in all sectors, economic activity has provided opportunities for Black women to push the technological boundaries and succeed in their various roles within the ICT field. Here are a few Black women who are not only making waves in the ICT sector but are worth celebrating for their accomplishments.