Today: September 22, 2026
Born in Sierra Leone in 1990, Ib Kamara was forced to flee to Gambia during his country’s civil war, living with relatives before moving to London at 16. In an industry where the representation of Black individuals is still evolving, Mr. Kamara…
Taking place in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, Iwájú is a coming-of-age Disney+ original animated series that was released on Wednesday, February 28. This sci-fi adventure follows Tola and her best friend, Kole, as they explore the dangers of new worlds with their…
Harvard Business School made history by featuring the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) in a groundbreaking case study, marking the first of its kind on any philanthropic organization in Africa. The study will explore TEF’s unique strategies and transformative initiatives, showcasing how their…
Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe CFR was a Nigerian banker, businessman co-founder, and visionary leader of Access Bank Plc. He lost his life in a helicopter crash in Halloran Springs, California, on February 9, 2024. His death marked the end of an era for…
King Charles III is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the public following his cancer diagnosis. The monarch stated that he has been reduced to tears by the messages he has received from people since his diagnosis. On January 17, 2024, Buckingham…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has decided to lift some sanctions on Niger, Mali, Guinea and Burkina Faso. The decision came after extensive discussions during an extraordinary summit on political, peace, and security matters at the State House in…
Presidents’ Day is one of 11 holidays Congress established, including Labor Day and Thanksgiving, celebrated on the third Monday of February every year. While Congress declared the holiday, the federal holiday only applies to the government and the District of Columbia. This…
The United States has recently shared intelligence with Congress and European allies about a new Russian nuclear capability, raising significant concerns among global security experts and eliciting a broad range of public reactions.…
The International Court of Justice elected Julia Sebutinde as its Vice President, the first time an African woman has held such a prestigious position within the ICJ.…
Since 1976, every American president has designated February as Black History Month and endorsed a specific theme. ASALH designates a new theme for Black History Month each year, in keeping with the practice Woodson established for Negro History Week. Founded by historian…
