2017 has certainly been an eventful year in entertainment and in celebrating the achievements of black people in music, film, and sports, the BET Awards has something for everyone. This year’s show takes place on June 25, 2017. Beyoncé leads the list of nominees with seven nods and she’ll be competing with sister Solange in two…
The most important international football tournament after the FIFA World Cup is set to kick off in mid-June 2017, and the participation of Cameroon has been confirmed despite an ongoing legal dispute within the confederation and professional leagues of that African nation. The 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup is being hosted by Russia; the inaugural match…
Uber, the personal transportation service that seems to attract controversy in just about every country it enters, has named a new Chief Brand Officer who could possibly turn things around for the company’s battered image. Bozoma Saint John, one of the most respected names in marketing and branding, has stepped down from her incredibly successful…
Let’s be honest; there’s been a true lack of diversity in the fashion industry, so when talented African stars get their due, it’s important to recognize the milestones and see who’s making headlines. Congratulations are going out to Ghana’s Edward Enninful, a creative genius who developed his fashion brilliance at the young age of 18. That’s…
Education is something that can almost be taken for granted in many parts of the world; unfortunately, this cannot be said for each and every nation that forms part of Africa. For various reasons, basic and compulsory education for children in several African countries cannot be taken for granted; even when there is a strong…
On Friday night, Marvel released the first trailer for the widely anticipated Black Panther film. As expected, it features stunning cinematography, epic action scenes, and some great music. The action flick stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa, the Black Panther. There is also a seriously star-studded ensemble cast, including: Michael B. Jordan, Sterling K. Brown, Lupita Nyong’o, Forest Whitaker, Danai…
The West African metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria is the center of one of the largest urban areas in the world. It was right there at the city’s famous National Arts Theater that African Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) kicked off in an explosion of bold colors, striking African prints, stunning jewelry and pure elegance. AFWN…
As the final leg of the Triple Crown, the Belmont Stakes has special significance. Belmont Park, in Elmont, New York, is the place where some of the most thrilling wins have taken place and major records have been set by horses like Man o’ War and Secretariat. It’s also the toughest race, nicknamed “Test of…
National Albinism Awareness Day takes place on Tuesday, June 13. According to the Albino Foundation, the United Nations General Assembly made a declaration at its sixty-ninth session on December 14th, 2014 that International Albinism Awareness Day would take place every year on this day. This day of celebration is used to “draw attention to states and members…
No examination of African American history and culture would be complete without a look at music. Gospel music, spirituals, blues, jazz, and R&B all weave a rich tapestry of history. The acapella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock has been using that historical foundation for more than 40 years. Their music is sublime, but they…
