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Four months have passed since an armed attack on Venezuelan activists Yendri Velásquez and Luis Peche in Bogotá. Amnesty International has expressed concern over the lack of progress in the investigation and the absence of guaranteed protection measures. Colombia is the primary host country for Venezuelans displaced by the ongoing human rights crisis in Venezuela. […]
Each February, Black History Month is observed across Canada with events and celebrations recognizing the legacy and contributions of Black people and their communities. The theme for the 2026 Black History Month is “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.” This theme marks three […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the deployment of the South African National Defence Force to work alongside the police force. This action is intended to address escalating gang violence and other criminal activities threatening the nation. Ramaphosa delivered the announcement during his annual state of the nation address. Addressing Organized Crime Ramaphosa stated that organized […]
Genealogy, the study of families and their histories, has become increasingly accessible through technological advancements. Prominent African American figures, including US Congressman Gregory Meeks and US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield, have recently shared their ancestry through DNA testing, highlighting the importance of genealogy in understanding identity and culture. World Genealogy Day is […]
Recent actions in Kazakhstan have raised concerns regarding freedom of expression and the legal profession. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against journalist Gulnara Bazhkenova and her lawyer, Murat Adam, actions that observers suggest are intended to suppress independent journalism and discourage legal defense of journalists and human rights advocates. Raids and Detentions On December 1, […]
Ethiopian Airlines celebrated one year of its direct flight service between Atlanta and Addis Ababa on May 17. The flight serves as a vital link, connecting Atlanta and the broader Southeast United States with Africa and facilitating connections for the African diaspora community. Flight Details and Expansion Plans Ethiopian Airlines’ direct flight from Atlanta to […]
As the Israel-Hamas war reaches its seventh month, calls for a ceasefire have intensified from the American public and the international community. Israel’s military operations in response to Hamas’s attack have resulted in the deaths of more than 30,000 Palestinians and a mounting humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with many residents facing food shortages. Black American […]
The U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit highlighted differing perspectives on the definition of the African diaspora. Reporting on these discrepancies was primarily conducted by students participating in the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Africa Correspondents Corps. Summit Discussions on Diaspora Definitions During the summit, government officials presented a broad and unified definition of the African diaspora. […]
Riot police deployed tear gas and water cannons in Tirana, Albania, Tuesday night as thousands of opposition supporters protested, demanding the resignation of the government. The demonstration, which took place in central Tirana, escalated into violence with protesters throwing Molotov cocktails and flares. Clashes in Tirana Thousands of opposition supporters gathered in central Tirana to […]
Anti-Olympic protesters marched peacefully through Milan on Saturday afternoon, holding signs, marching arm-in-arm, singing, and dancing. Later that evening, the demonstration turned violent as some protesters targeted police and their vans, prompting officials to respond with tear gas and water cannons. Separately, authorities are investigating a series of incidents on rail lines in northern Italy […]