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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 […]
Celtic FC has announced a partnership with XS2Event to expand accessibility for international football fans. The collaboration aims to increase the club’s global reach and simplify travel arrangements for supporters wishing to attend matches at Celtic Park. Partnership Details Celtic FC has selected XS2Event, an international technology partner operating in over 120 countries, to facilitate […]
The fourth annual Black History Festival (BHF 2025) concluded at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) in College Park City. The event, themed “Bridging Continents, Celebrating Legacies, and Promoting Trade,” aimed to showcase African heritage, culture, economic development, and diaspora engagement while fostering collaborations. Festival Opening and Networking The festival began with high-level dialogues and […]
The global public-policy platform Apolitical has released its annual Government AI 100 list, recognizing 100 public servants and government leaders influencing the governance and application of artificial intelligence within public institutions worldwide. The list features policymakers, regulators, and senior officials instrumental in implementing AI within the public sector. Among those recognized is Ambassador Philip Thigo, […]
Ecuador’s Daniel Noboa secured a contested victory in the April 13, 2025, national elections, prompting Luisa Gonzalez to demand a recount. The Black Alliance for Peace (BAP), in coordination with the North South Project For People’s Centered Human Rights (NSPPCHR), sent an international election observer team to Guayaquil, Ecuador, in solidarity with local partner Movimiento […]
Africa possesses extensive and diverse natural resource endowments, including hydrocarbons, strategic minerals, precious metals, rare earth elements, fertile agricultural land, and vast renewable energy potential. As global competition intensifies over energy security, food supply, and critical minerals, Africa has become a central focus of global strategic planning. Africa’s Natural Resources Africa is estimated to hold […]
The Open Doors World Watch List 2026 reveals a record high of violence against Christians globally, with 388 million facing persecution. Cristian Nani, director of Open Doors, highlighted the disproportionate impact on women and minors, expressing particular concern for sub-Saharan Africa. The report indicates an increase of 8 million people experiencing persecution compared to the […]
The Global Africa Summit, focused on fostering trade, investment, and partnerships between Africa and its diaspora, has been launched in Accra. The summit is scheduled for December and aims to connect investors, professionals, and business leaders from across the continent and the diaspora with economic opportunities in Ghana and Africa. The event’s organizers emphasized the […]
The Africa World Now Project and the GWU Africana Studies Program recently hosted the 18th annual African Diaspora International Film Festival DC on the campus of George Washington University. The festival presented a diverse selection of films from across the African diaspora, offering a platform for global Black narratives. This year’s festival centered on themes […]
The Sports Ministry has directed all national sports federations to establish a ‘Committee on International Relations’. The initiative aims to strengthen collaboration with international sports organizations. The ministry’s directive outlines the committee’s responsibilities, including overseeing joint training programs and facilitating the hosting of significant sporting events within India. Committee Composition and Objectives National Sports Federations […]