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This week’s edition of Finovate Global focuses on fintech developments in countries located in and around East Africa. Digital banking secures investment in Zambia Zambian digital banking platform Lupiya has raised $11.25 million in Series A funding. The round, nearly two years in the making, was led by IDF Capital’s Alitheia IDF Fund, and featured […]
The International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina, officially opens to the public on June 27, marking the culmination of more than two decades of planning and construction. The 150,000-square-foot museum aims to personalize the stories of Africans who endured the Middle Passage and explore the connections between Africa, the Caribbean, and the diaspora. […]
Morocco’s recent success at the 2022 World Cup, becoming the first African nation to reach the semifinals, sparked widespread celebration across the continent. This achievement, alongside Africa’s broader advancement, is intrinsically linked to the Pan-African movement, which has facilitated inclusion in global institutions. With the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics and the 2026 World Cup in […]
African leaders were urged to prioritize the protection of their nations’ sovereignty, with warnings that failing to do so could perpetuate dependence despite the continent’s abundant natural resources. This call to action occurred during a strategic policy workshop held at the Nigeria Institute of International Affairs, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the assassination of General […]
The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) and Pyramidal Productions are hosting a grand reopening of “The Lead Between the Rhymes: Celebrating Over 50 Years of HipHop Culture in Wisconsin.” The expanded exhibit explores the history of hip-hop in Wisconsin and will be on display February 2 through February 28. The exhibit is located in the first-floor […]
The V&A East Museum will open its doors on April 18, 2026, with a landmark exhibition titled “The Music is Black: A British Story.” This inaugural exhibition traces 125 years of Black musical innovation in Britain and will run until January 3, 2027. Exhibition Overview The multisensory show explores the profound impact of Black artistry […]
That’s his name, and it’s been that way for decades. Manny Faces spent years covering the NYC hip-hop scene through Birthplace Magazine before noticing a trend: people were utilizing hip-hop in ways that extended beyond record sales, such as in education, therapy, and archiving. He began documenting these efforts with a podcast, which has now […]
Kenya is globally recognized for its wildlife, athletic achievements, and agricultural exports. However, a new documentary, Kikuyu Land, explores lesser-known complexities within the nation. Journalist Bea Wangondu and U.S. co-director Andrew H. Brown, who also served as cinematographer, examine these issues through their film. Sundance Premiere and Focus Kikuyu Land will premiere in the World […]
Soul food offers a rich way to experience African American culture and commemorate Black History Month. The development of this cuisine began in the American South, with the term “soul food” gaining prominence during the Black Power movement of the 1960s. Enslaved Africans adapted West African cooking traditions, utilizing available ingredients like ham hocks, hog […]
A new horror film, Night Patrol: Defang the Police, is set to release, delivering nonstop action and shocking twists. The independent thriller directly addresses a rogue group of police officers terrorizing the Black community under the cover of night. Synopsis Set in Los Angeles, Night Patrol follows an LAPD officer who uncovers a disturbing secret […]