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The African Diaspora International Film Festival D.C. (ADIFF D.C.) will return for its 17th year, showcasing films from across the globe that highlight the experiences and perspectives of communities of African descent. The festival will take place August 2-4 at George Washington University, located at 2121 I St NW, Washington, D.C. 20052. This year’s lineup […]
East African music continues to evolve, with a noticeable trend toward interregional collaborations and genre experimentation. A new generation of artists is emerging, pushing creative boundaries and redefining traditional sounds. New Music Highlights Several artists have released standout tracks in January 2026, including Abigail Chams, Bruce Melodie, Buruklyn Boyz, and others. These releases showcase the […]
The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Mahmoud Youssouf, addressed a virtual meeting regarding the continent’s vulnerability to climate change. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for adaptation and development strategies in the face of escalating climate impacts. The virtual meeting, held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, was chaired by Kenyan President Williams Ruto and included […]
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 […]
Nearly one million babies are stillborn in Africa annually, representing a significant public health challenge. These losses are often preventable, yet remain largely unrecorded and invisible, hindering efforts to improve maternal and newborn health. A recent report, “Improving Stillbirth Data Recording, Collection and Reporting in Africa,” provides the first continent-wide assessment of how African countries […]
Tyla’s rise to global music prominence with her hit song Water brought attention not only to her R&B vocals and viral dance moves but also to her self-identification as “Coloured,” sparking controversy, particularly in the US, where the term carries a painful racist history and is rarely used. The debates have highlighted the challenges of […]