In a renewed effort to uphold democracy in coup-affected West Africa, leaders from the region gathered in Nigeria for a crucial meeting. Acknowledging limited success…
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‘Getting Bass Reeves made was an obsession,’ says David Oyelowo
His portrayal of Bass Reeves is earning him rave reviews amongst critics but for the actor, whose extensive credits include “Red Tails,” “The Butler” and…
Eddie Murphy and Reggie Hudlin reunite for ‘Candy Cane Lane’
Reteaming with Eddie Murphy after the romantic comedy hit “Boomerang” in 1992 was natural for Reggie Hudlin who directs this delightful family drama which stars…
Being a brother’s keeper, or destroyer: the Sylvester Story
I met my late husband, Sylvester Mumba in 2012 in Livingstone, Zambia when I went there on vacation. Sylvester used to sell things made from…
Folu Okunade Surprise 60th Birthday
Surprises usually come in different sizes and packages, but the 60th birthday surprise reception in honor of Princess Christianah Mofoluwake Okunade ‘Folu’ was one for…
Diamond mine with a heart of Gold
I had the rare opportunity to tour the Jwaneng diamond mine, the richest diamond mine in the world located in south-central Botswana about 120 kilometers…
Burna Boy dedicates his award to Africa
Burna Boy received the top Afrobeats artist award at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards which was held on November 19 and aired live on Billboard’s…
Serena Williams will be inducted to the National Women’s Hall of Fame
Serena Williams and Ruby Bridges have been added to the National Women’s Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024. Williams, a tennis champion, entrepreneur, investor, fashion…
AfroTech 2023: Navigating Boundless Opportunities for Africans in Diaspora
Embarking on the AfroTech 2023 journey was like stepping into a realm where the worlds of technology, culture, and community seamlessly intertwine. For this year’s…