For many, May 25 is just another date on the calendar, but for millions of people across Africa and the diaspora, it is a day that holds great significance – African Liberation Day (ALD). On this day, ...

From the vibrant streets of Lagos to the ancient cities of Cairo and Marrakech, African literature has long been a powerful reflection of the continent’s diverse cultures and experiences. In recent ...

Who would’ve thought that a delayed message of freedom would one day inspire one of the most powerful and culturally rich holidays in America? Now a federal holiday, Juneteenth, also known as Freedom ...

Happy Independence Day, Mauritania! On November 28, 1960, this Northwestern African country declared independence from the French. Let’s learn about their history of influence on the world, and ...

When we hear the word “billionaire,” a certain image comes to mind—luxury jets, pristine boardrooms, and the same faces we’ve seen a thousand times before. But what if I told you there are compelling ...

I’m Adebowale Maliq, a video editor, cinematographer, and content creator with a knack for breaking down videos and diving deep into cinematic concepts. I’ve had the pleasure of working with a bunch ...

In most parts of Africa, matrimony is a sacred, social custom, and is a mark of maturity, and duty. A man is a ‘Man’ if he can run a home, take care of his nuclear family, and meet commitments to ...

May leads the universe in national observances. There’s a day, week, or month for moms, Memorial Day, strawberries, gardening, brothers, asparagus, craft beer, wine, and even Star Wars. Mark the month ...

The ongoing deportation drive by the Trump administration has continued to spark outrage across many countries affected by the United States President’s decision with many questioning the undignified ...

Approximately 65 million people across the globe have limb amputations, of whom about 5 million live in Africa, where there is very little access to reconstruction and rehabilitation care. Research ...

The passing of Pope Francis has sparked renewed interest in the future of Catholic leadership. For many in the African diaspora and beyond, the question is urgent and compelling: Could the Church ...

In the years after the Civil War, African Americans turned struggle into opportunity, conducting business through the sale of paper sachets filled with scented herbs and wooden handcrafted from ...