Young people between the ages of 18 and 35 make up two-thirds of Africa’s population. The number is expected to reach 75% by 2030. They live in an environment of rapid urbanization, high unemployment rates, and poor state services.
September gifts us with events that avail us of stories of the Black experience, the Black wine-making industry, the struggle for freedom in educational systems, making homemade remedies to heal, movie screenings with a famous actor, and a book fair.
September 11th, 2001 could have just been an ordinary day for many living in the United States. For many Africans living in the diaspora, especially in the United States, that day began with the occasional hustle and bustle they had become accustomed to.
Black hair has always been more than just a style statement. It carries a rich history, embodying identity, cultural pride, and a spirit of defiance. For centuries Black communities around the world have created hairstyles that are uniquely their own, shaping and influencing fashion trends worldwide.
Having a powerful bass vocal and a knack for commanding attention on stage, Jones was a giant in the entertainment field. He worked for over sixty years and his impact on the film, television, and theater industries can be felt even now and in the years to come.
While our hearts are heavy with grief over the loss of our colleague and the young infant she carried, we take solace and comfort in the fact that Uju left footprints in the hearts of her loved ones and the family of Funtimes.
Music, like other facets of culture, provides a window into the histories and heritage of different regions and peoples. Historical narratives of slavery often present Black Arabs as passive subjects in the slave trade, but studying their musical traditions makes clear their agency in telling their own story.
As with the impact of media on public perception, reality TV shows have become instrumental as a platform for visibility and cultural education more so for African Americans whose representation on such shows affords many the opportunity to get a first-hand glimpse of the values, beliefs, and lifestyles of the African American.
Photo by Beatriz Braga Break dancing has at last made it to the Olympic Games. This acceptance by the most exclusive of sporting institutions has been a long time in the…
Here are some mostly low-cost or free festivities focusing on art, photography music, and books. Many of these engaging activities take a deep dive into the untold and historical impact of the Black experience.
