Black Business Opportunities In Ethiopia In 2025
With positive outlook and growth projections, Ethiopia is set to become the next destination of choice for investors. Here are several business opportunities to explore in the country.
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Black History & Cultural Treasures On African World Heritage Day
As a new day dawns on the 5th of May, the world turns its attention to Africa, a continent filled with diverse cultures, deep-rooted traditions, and rich histories. African World Heritage Day, proclaimed by the 38th session of the General Conference of UNESCO (November 2015), is an opportunity for people around the world, particularly Africans, to celebrate the continent’s unique cultural and natural heritage, which is often overlooked.
Boston’s 60th Freedom Rally Honors Dr. King’s Legacy
BOSTON—On April 26, 2025, thousands gathered at Boston Common to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Freedom Rally, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The original rally drew over 20,000 participants protesting racial disparities in housing and education.
Best Black Jazz Musicians Ever
In recording these artists, we celebrate the African American cultural heritage in jazz, highlighting how each pioneer combined personal life with musical creativity. Their stories, grounded in community, adversity, and sheer creativity, echo well beyond the bandstand, informing larger conversations on identity, survival, and artistic autonomy.
Mayday Alert, 14 Million Student Loan Borrowers Face Payment Shock
Washington DC—Amidst current volatility in the stock market, federal spending costs, and layoffs, the U.S. The Department of Education announced plans to resume collections on defaulted student loans starting May 5, 2025, after the expiration of pandemic-era relief measures.
Malik Majeed, MBA, JD, Builds Business With Purpose And Precision
Malik Majeed did not inherit a leadership role. He earned it. Through relentless work, he moved from his job as a security guard and student to an attorney, then to the top as CEO of one of the largest minority-owned firms in the Philadelphia region, PRWT Services, Inc.
Significance Of South Africa Freedom Day In 2025
Freedom Day is much more than a public holiday; it is a living record of generations of sacrifice, a gauge of democratic health, and a platform for Pan-African solidarity with Africans on the continent and the diaspora.
African Diaspora Heritage Month, Recognizing Contributions Across Borders
From Afrobeats and Amapiano to the flavors of soul food, the African diaspora has left an indelible mark on cultures across the globe. Now, U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Cornyn (R-TX) are pushing to formally recognize that legacy. In a rare show of bipartisan unity, the senators have introduced a bill to designate September as African Diaspora Heritage Month.
Will The Next Pope Be Black? What To Expect From The 2025 Papal Conclave
For many in the African diaspora and beyond, the question is urgent and compelling: Could the Church finally see its first Black pope?
Philly Businesses That Are Leading The Way In Eco-Friendly Practices
From sustainable fashion brands to zero-waste restaurants, many companies in Philly are implementing strategies such sourcing organic and sustainable materials, adopting eco-friendly packaging solutions and utilizing renewable energy sources to minimize their carbon footprint.