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25 Years in the Making

25 Years in the Making

The Raleigh African American Cultural Celebration, which serves as North Carolina's official kickoff to Black History Month, will celebrate twenty-five years of festivities on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Hosted by the North Carolina Museum of History, the 2026 event will take place at the North Carolina Museum of

The Blaque Star of Texas.

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The Blaque Star of Texas.

Nicola Blaque, the founder of The Jerk Shack in San Antonio, has been recognized with a Michelin star. Flavor is guaranteed. From The Jerk Shack: "The Jerk Shack family is led by Chef Nicola Blaque. After serving ten years in the Army, she followed her passion for cooking from

Two for the Sights of One

Two for the Sights of One

The Museum of the African Diaspora and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art have jointly hired Cornelia Stokes as their inaugural Assistant Curator of the Arts. From Sarah Hotchkiss at KQED: "Most recently, Stokes worked as an independent curator with Emblazon Arts. She has previously held curatorial fellowships

Where It Belongs!

Where It Belongs!

An elaborate hairpin once owned by Ethiopian Empress Tiruwork Wube has been returned. The item was stolen in 1868, in connection with the looting of the Ethiopian Imperial Treasury during the so-called British "expedition" to Magdala. From the Royal Ethiopian Trust: "This exquisite artifact, missing from Ethiopia

Back on Top

One of the statues comprising what is known, by some, as the Colossi of Memnon, has been ostensibly restored. The king represented by the statue is the 18th Dynasty pharaoh, Amenhotep III. Egypt unveils revamp of two colossal statues of prominent pharaoh in LuxorThe giant alabaster statues, known as the

How the Truth Is Passed

How the Truth Is Passed

The Global Curatorial Project partners with the Brazilian Natural History Museum to center oral histories in the exploration of enslavement and European colonialism. Exhibitions in Brazil showcase global slavery oral history project led by Brown’s Simmons CenterResearch led by the Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery

Everybody Wins

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed outlines the principles of the homegrown, visionary philosophy of shared prosperity, known as MEDEMER. His latest book, The Medemer State, outlines what a government built on transparency, accountability, and shared prosperity should look like. Let's do it.

The Nkrumahs Have Spoken

The Nkrumahs Have Spoken

During a recent visit to Addis Ababa, Kwame Nkrumah's daughter and grandson praised Ethiopia's long-standing cultural inspiration and commitment to Pan-Africanism. Kwame Nkrumah’s Futuristic Vision for Africa - Google Arts & CultureA visionary leader with ideas before his timeGoogle Arts & Culture KWAME NKRUMAHRead Nkrumah&

The Butler Did It. All of It.

The Butler Did It. All of It.

Authors Imani Perry and Tananarive Due discuss the enduring legacy and radical imagination of the transcendent Octavia Butler. Eyes on the guises. Remembering Afrofuturist Octavia ButlerThis month, the Museum debuted Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures, an innovative exhibition that focuses on Afrofuturism—a cultural movement that explores the intersection

The Profit of Black Skin Care.

The Profit of Black Skin Care.

The team at Passport Heavy brings us an update on Allafia, the Black-owned, global, fair-trade body care company. A new sister brand from Allafia founder, Olowo-n'djo Tchala, is called AYÉYA, and focuses on profit sharing, employee empowerment, and fulfilling his original, integrated mission. Founder Olowo-n’djo Tchala Buys

A.I. Banking?

Black-owned OneUnited Bank, with branches in Los Angeles, Boston, and Miami, introduces WiseOne, an AI-powered, digital guide to financial freedom.

How Africa Can Win with A.I.

How Africa Can Win with A.I.

Strive Masiyiwa, the founder and Executive Chairman of Cassava Technologies, explains why the adoption of A.I. doesn't have to be a dystopian doomsday.

How Africa Must Lead

How Africa Must Lead

Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, the CEO and President of ONE Campaign, discusses the necessity for a new global architecture, and Africa's role within it. The SKY IS BLACK Conversation Menu: Money MovesBlack folks, all around the world, need to secure the bag. Here are some resources that should help

Inside Marcus Addis

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Inside Marcus Addis

Owned by Marcus Samuelsson and located in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, the stylish restaurant continues to impress with its signature blend of international flavors, complimented with an Ethiopian twist.

The Grave of Olaudah Equiano's Daughter Is Found

The Grave of Olaudah Equiano's Daughter Is Found

As all students of history know, or should know, Olaudah Equiano is one of the most well-known victims of the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Born in West Africa, Equiano purchased his freedom in 1766 and found his way to England, where he married Susanna Cullen, in 1792, and had two daughters,

Money Magic

World Series champion, Magic Johnson, discusses the billionaire playbook with the team from Earn Your Leisure. It's winning time. Magic JohnsonMagic Johnson Enterprises serves as a catalyst for fostering community and economic empowerment by providing access to high-quality entertainment, products and services that answer the demands of multicultural

The Grand Egyptian Museum Officially Opens

The Grand Egyptian Museum Officially Opens

After two decades of anticipation and development, the billion dollar Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened with a cosplay celebration in the Arab Republic of Egypt. You can purchase tickets and learn more HERE.

She Does It Again

Nikole Hannah-Jones

She Does It Again

Nikole Hannah-Jones, author of the 1619 Project, is opening a bookstore in New York. This is what we're talking about. From Haniyah Philogene at The Grio: "North Star Books + Bar is designed to be a bookstore, cafe, and cultural salon all in one. The two-story brick building

A Mighty Faith

An exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York explores the complexities of spirituality in ancient Kemet. It runs through January 19, 2026. From the MET: "Over Egypt’s long history, its belief system grew to include more than 1,500 gods with many overlapping forms and

The DixiePura Era Begins

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The DixiePura Era Begins

Chef Chloe Gould opens DixiePura, a new Chicago fusion restaurant blending Southeastern American flavors with those from Southeast Asia. The innovative menu includes items like Cajun Seafood Gumbo Laksa, Pimento Mac & Cheese, Korean Fried Chicken, Chili Shrimp & Creamy Stone Ground Grits, Black Eyed Peas Hummus, Garlic Mushroom &

Remembering Prince Ibrahima

Remembering Prince Ibrahima

The unprecedented ceremony, organized by the Natchez Historical Society, will take place on October 24th and feature the installation of a historical marker, a celebration of life, and remarks from Michael Morris, Director of the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. According to the Lowcountry Digital

Author Emily Riley to Discuss the Role of Women in Wolof Cultural Politics

Author Emily Riley to Discuss the Role of Women in Wolof Cultural Politics

Emily Jenan Riley is an assistant professor and researcher at the Center for Asian and African Studies at El Colegio de México. She holds a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Michigan State University and a BA in Anthropology from Oregon State University. The event will take place on October 14th

The Tomb of Amenhotep III Reopens after 20 Years

The Tomb of Amenhotep III Reopens after 20 Years

The 18th Dynasty Pharaoh, Amenhotep III, ruled ancient Kemet from approximately 1390 to 1350 B.C., and was buried in the famous Valley of the Kings. The reopening, according the the Associated Press, is part of Egypt’s efforts to "...attract more foreign visitors to revive the tourism sector,

On This Day: Ethiopia vs. Italy - The Rematch

On This Day: Ethiopia vs. Italy - The Rematch

In hopes of avenging its devastating defeat to Ethiopia at the Battle of Adwa in 1888 (1896 in the Gregorian calendar), Italian dictator Benito Mussolini invaded Ethiopia on October 3, 1935. According to BlackPast, "The war began on October 3, 1935, when General Emilio De Bono marched his troops

It's Gullah Geechee Heritage Month!

It's Gullah Geechee Heritage Month!

Explore books and other resources to learn more about this historic and vitally important African-American community. From the Gullah Geechee Heritage Corridor: "The Gullah Geechee people are descendants of Africans who were enslaved on the rice, indigo and Sea Island cotton plantations of the lower Atlantic coast. Many came