GOP Senator McConnell abruptly paused at a press conference, sparking stroke rumors. He returned minutes later, asserting he was fine.…
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On Wednesday, Jul 12, 2023, President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, launched his first visit to Africa. Raisi was received by his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto, and will continue on his visit to Uganda and Zimbabwe. This is Iran’s first presidential visit to…
Lawyers for Civil Rights, a Boston-based nonprofit, filed today a federal civil rights complaint against Harvard College with the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The lawyers drafted the complaint on behalf of 3 organizations, including the Chica…
The Supreme Court decided on June 29, 2023 that Harvard College and University of North Carolina violated the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment for conducting race-based admissions. Many consider this a strike down on the Affirmative Action plan and have…
On Wednesday, June 28th, Dr. Oye Owolewa, the US Representative for DC, hosted the “DC’s Capital Seminar: All About the CBE,” an event dedicated to educating small minority businesses about becoming CBEs (Certified Business Enterprises). The event took place at DC Capitol…
Read the full special report and Chair’s summary of discussions at the Summit on a New Global Financing Pact called for by French President Emmanuel Macron, how does this summit fit into an international context marked by the cascading consequences of concurring…
Discover the latest development in U.S.-Africa relations and updates on the establishment of the U.S. Diaspora Engagement Council, a crucial initiative aimed at fostering cooperation and understanding between African Americans and individuals on the African continent.…
Six Months Later, U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: Strengthening The Evolving U.S. Engagement with Africa
Get the latest insights from senior U.S. government officials on the strategic importance of Africa and the ongoing commitment to partnership and cooperation in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of African Affairs briefing.…
In a pivotal 5-4 ruling, the Supreme Court sided with black Alabama voters in the Allen v. Milligan case, stating that Alabama's state government had violated the Voting Rights Act through gerrymandering. This decision mandates a redrawing of Alabama's congressional district map…
Yemi Mobolade, an immigrant from Nigeria, defied the odds and made history as the first black mayor of Colorado Springs. His victory in the fiercely contested election highlights a shift in the political landscape and represents a triumph for diversity and inclusivity.…
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