#DanceoftheDiaspora Event Recap
On Friday, January 6, at 6 p.m EST, dancers with cultural backgrounds from around the globe met with the FunTimes community on Zoom.
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5 Black Body-Positive Influencers to Follow in 2021
These Black body-positive influencers show us that self-acceptance and self-love are important, especially in today’s world.
The Father of South African Jazz – Hugh Masekela
Dubbed The Father of South African Jazz, Hugh Masekela’s successful career started from humble beginnings and took him across international stages.
Celebrating Cameroon Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Cameroon! Today we are honoring this Central African country by delving into its colorful culture.
Remembering the Black Stars Lost in 2020
FunTimes Magazine commemorates some of the Black stars we lost this year and remembers their achievements.
6 Black Girl Podcasts to Listen to Before the End of the Year
The COVID-19 pandemic raised more awareness of the importance of mental health as many countries went into lockdown and people stayed in their homes. Listening to podcasts is a great form of self-care.
Celebrating John Legend On His 42nd Birthday
Legend made history on September 9, 2018 for becoming the youngest person, and the first African American man to join the EGOT club.
Mama Africa- The Legendary Miriam Makeba
Fondly known as ‘Mama Africa,’ Miriam Makeba was one of South Africa’s great expatriates who wowed the world with her voice. Read more about her life here.
Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Culture and Unity
Kwanzaa was created using the traditional harvest celebrations of the Ashanti and Zulu peoples. The name Kwanzaa is derived from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza” which means “first fruits.”
The Golden Voice of Africa – Salif Keita
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.’
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.