From the likes of Godfrey K. J. Amachree to Kofi Annan, numerous Black leaders have played a pivotal role in shaping international policy and promoting diplomatic engagement on the global stage.
With Veterans Day on the horizon on Thursday, Nov. 6, go out and explore opportunities to salute the military. In addition to honoring our vets, check out other activities, from Grammy-winning jazz to mosaic art with the theme of “freedom.”
Philadelphia’s Black business scene is a vital force, and on November 8, the Black Woman About Business Expo brings that energy to a single, powerful day of shopping, networking, and mentorship.
When it comes to celebrating the marriage union in Africa, the people tend to go above and beyond to make it a memorable day, infusing their traditions and other rituals.
In Africa and the Caribbean, several vibrant cities and destinations offer tourists an opportunity to experience a wide range of activities that are sure to spice up their December plans and ensure their holiday activities are both memorable and worth every penny spent.
Grad school is intense. Some weeks feel like I am running on fumes, juggling deadlines, projects, and the constant pressure to prove myself.
From fall festivals in the park to Sunday jazz concerts on the stage, these low-cost or free events will help turn the page on a fading month.
For the Malagasy people, Famadihana allows them to pay respect to their dead ancestors, strengthen the bonds between generations, as well as look after their well-being in the other world through the rites performed on their corpses
In all African societies, property rights and ownership have remained non-contestable among men as it is customary to expect that acquisition of land and property rights might come either through inheritance or outright purchase. This is not the same for women.
Black Americans make up 14% of all eligible voters nationwide, more than 34.4 million people. In Philadelphia, where our voices have shaped this city’s culture, economy, and soul, we hold the power to choose who runs our courts, who prosecutes crime, and who decides how our tax dollars get spent. On November 4, 2025, those choices are in your hands. Not Washington’s. Yours.
