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Published on Nov 15, 2020

OPINIONISTA: Memorialising Indian indentured labour: A monumental African tale that keeps wagging

“Where no monuments exist to heroes but in the common words and deeds…” Walt Whitman Monday 16 November marks the 160th anniversary of the first Indian indentured labourers arriving at Port Natal. Like Shiva’s dance, it is a journey without end. For none …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on Jun 25, 2020

How women's untold histories shaped South Africa's national poet

Keorapetse Kgositsile, the South African-born poet who passed away in 2018, lived in exile in the US from 1962 to 1975 and was at the centre of the country's 1960s and '70s Black Arts Movement. Informed by his South African and Tswana background, …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Jun 12, 2020

African crime and detective fiction reshapes the genre

Crime and detective fiction continues to top bestseller lists across the world, spawning TV series and films. In the hands of African writers, though, the genre offers a particularly textured world view. That Ever-blurry Line Between Us and the Criminals: …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Mar 14, 2019

Paul Gilroy, Scholar of the Black Atlantic, Wins Holberg Prize

Paul Gilroy, a British scholar known for his studies of black cultural expression on both sides of the Atlantic, has won Norway’s Holberg Prize, awarded each year to a scholar who has made outstanding contributions to research in the arts, humanities, the …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Feb 28, 2021

Inside the stunning Black mythos of Drexciya and its Afrofuturist ’90s techno

2 with 2 posters participating Art inspired by the Drexciyan mythos, as provided by the artist from his book 1989–2014: 25 Years of Techno Art. Abdul Qadim Haqq Art inspired by the Drexciyan mythos, as provided by the artist from his book 1989–2014: 25 …

Source: Arc Technica - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 16, 2020

The unbreakable gaze of Steve McQueen: ‘I’m asking you, please, look’

As the camera pans away from the teacher, who is White, it eventually lands on 12-year-old Kingsley (Kenyah Sandy), who has buried his head into his arms in an act that can be read as abject surrender or disgusted defiance. Either way, it’s a heartbreaking …

Source: The Washington Post - Neutral
Published on Dec 13, 2020

McQueen’s ‘Small Axe’ cutting down big trees - Oscar-winning film director speaks about new anthology, Britain and ...

As a tumultuous year draws to a close, Oscar-winning film director Steve McQueen, born in Britain to Grenadian and Trinidadian parents, talks to The Sunday Gleaner about his new anthology, Small Axe . At the end of Lovers Rock, one of five Steve McQueen …

Source: The Gleaner - Neutral
Published on Jul 11, 2020

Nigeria’s queer literature offers a new way of looking at blackness

The Conversation/ Aretha Phiri, Rhodes University and Rocío Cobo-Piñero, Universidad de Sevilla Queering the Black Atlantic: Transgender Spaces in Akwaeke Emezi’s Freshwater is a paper by Rocío Cobo-Piñero. It considers Emezi’s award-winning semi- …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Neutral
Published on Nov 11, 2020

In ‘Small Axe,’ Steve McQueen Explores Britain’s Caribbean Heritage

It took Steve McQueen a long time to make a film about Black life in Britain. “I needed to understand myself, where I came from,” the director said of his new project, “Small Axe.” “Sometimes, you’ve got to have a certain maturity, and I wouldn’t have had …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Sep 13, 2020

Black Lives Matter but slavery isn't our only narrative

Our historical understanding of Blackness is most commonly shaped by the story of the Atlantic slave trade - the forced movement of Africans to the West, in particular to the Americas. But this is a linear narrative that is dominated by American voices. It …

Source: Africa Leader - Uncategorized
Published on Sep 11, 2020

Black heroes who shaped the UK, from Queen of the Ivories to a Tudor trumpeter

It’s an extraordinary list... ranging from 21st century household names to little- known figures from history. But what the stories of these 100 Great Black Britons show, is their considerable and varied contribution. The original list was launched as part …

Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Aug 22, 2020

BBC Three show Famalam criticised for Jamaican 'stereotypes'

The BBC has been criticised after it released a clip from a new series of a sketch show that appeared to invoke stereotypes about Jamaican people. The black British comedy show Famalam, whose third season is being promoted ahead of its broadcast on BBC …

Source: The Guardian - Neutral
Published on Jul 23, 2020

Has Terrordome's time come? How a black British film found its moment

Reissues and revivals are not uncommon in cinema, but it is not often that a film has the chance of a total critical makeover. That seems to be what is under way for Welcome II the Terrordome, a micro-budget dystopian sci-fi which, in 1995, became the …

Source: The Guardian - Neutral
Published on Jul 16, 2020

On decolonising teaching practices, not just the syllabus

In South Africa, student calls for free, quality, decolonised higher education have coincided with demands for the transformation of canons, curricula and pedagogies. At the height of the protests assembled around the #FeesMustFall movement since 2014, …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Jun 30, 2020

Beyoncé and the Heart of Darkness

John Kani, the South African actor who voiced Rafiki in the 2019 remake of Disney’s The Lion King, said in an interview regarding the film that a black South African audience would “take the story as an African story… when they see The Lion King, they’ll …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Neutral
Published on Jun 5, 2020

Nigeria's queer literature offers a new way of looking at blackness

Queering the Black Atlantic: Transgender Spaces in Akwaeke Emezi's Freshwater is a paper by Rocio Cobo-Pinero. It considers Emezi's award-winning semi-autobiographical novel about Ada, who is an ogbanje, a spirit born in a human body. It uses the …

Source: Barcelona News.net - Neutral
Published on May 27, 2020

Black and queer women invite the Black Atlantic into the 21st century

In 1993 British academic Paul Gilroy published The Black Atlantic: Modernity and Double Consciousness. It has become a very important text in global blackness studies. Gilroy's book provided the inspiration for a colloquium I organised at the …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Jan 31, 2020

Burna Boy’s loss highlights the problems with Grammy’s World Music Category

Angelique Kidjo and Burna Boy By Ivie Ani In less than a year, Nigerian superstar Burna Boy parlayed a quip at Coachella into a critically-acclaimed, record-breaking Grammy-nominated album, African Giant. Burna Boy, née Damini Ogulu, has experienced an …

Source: PM News - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 8, 2019

Oxford Brookes and Oxford University celebrate 2019 Black History Month

Oxford's universities celebrate Black History Month with events highlighting the history and achievements of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. Originating from the United States, where it was launched in 1970, Black History Month was for …

Source: This is Oxfordshire - Neutral

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:00 GMT

Pamela Jackson Comes in Hot with Game-Changing Single, “We Are America”

We Are America Available Now on All Major Platforms LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “We Are America” adds a project based on love and hope to Pamela Jackson’s portfolio. The Christian music single was …

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Published on June 15, 2021 - 17:56 GMT

Paxton Sues BINT for Pyramid Scheme, Exploiting African American Community

Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against “Blessings in No Time” (BINT) for promoting a pyramid scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic, scamming tens of millions of dollars from the African American community in Texas and nationwide. In exchange for …

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Published on June 14, 2021 - 17:07 GMT

Governor Wolf Appoints 19 Members to the Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs

Governor Tom Wolf announced the appointment of 14 new commissioners and reappointment of 5 returning commissioners to the Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs. “It is an honor to welcome our new and returning commissioners to the …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:00 GMT

Governor, state of New Mexico commemorate Juneteenth

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Saturday issued the following statement in observance of Juneteenth, commemorating the date in 1865 when Union Gen. Gordon Granger read the federal orders in Galveston, Texas, informing enslaved people in Texas …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:09 GMT

Minn AG Ellison Points Way to Victory for Future Prosecutors Nationwide: Robert Weiner & Rabria Moore, PuLSE Institute

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former White House spokesman Robert Weiner and policy analyst Rabria Moore write in The PuLSE Institute that Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General who oversaw and hired the …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:02 GMT

SmartPower: It’s Juneteenth 2021 – Message Received

SmartPower Observes Nation’s Newest Holiday ARLINGTON, VIRGINA, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved Americans, the news finally reached …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 17:00 GMT

On Juneteenth, Everyday Health Commemorates Yr 2 of Black Health Facts, Focusing on Mental Health in the Black Community

Patrice Harris, MD, medical editor in chief at large and Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, chief medical editor/ VP of medical affairs, co-oversee the initiative. J2 Global (NASDAQ:JCom) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on June 8, 2021 - 18:00 GMT

Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock dedicated as new state historic site

» News » 2021 » Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock... Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock dedicated as new state historic site JEFFERSON CITY, MO, June 8, 2021 – On Saturday, June 5, the Missouri Department of Natural …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 23:12 GMT

The Story Behind Inter Miami’s Freediver

GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, June 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pictures of a young lady standing at the bottom of the sea wearing a fútbol kit instead of scuba equipment are so breath-taking that many struggles to believe they …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 19:00 GMT

Dr. Robert Jeffrey, Acclaimed Chiropractor, Wins Best of Los Angeles Award- “Best Chiropractor- 2021”

“We’re honored to include Dr. Robert Jeffrey of Jeffrey Chiropractic and Massage into our BoLAA family.” ~Aurora DeRose LOS ANGELES , CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Robert Jeffrey, the acclaimed chiropractor, …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:20 GMT

Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn receives 2021 AAA Inspector’s Best Of Housekeeping Award

Colorado Springs' Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn joins "Top 25%" of AAA Diamond properties with award for outstanding cleanliness and condition COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:14 GMT

Celebrating 50 Sweet NJ Kids Who Helped Complete We Dance for Good Community Gig

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. We reached our goal on June 15th, 2021. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

Bringing Authenticity Back to Rap and Hip Hop: The Much Awaited ‘Return of Da Yopp’

With rich and immersive Rap musical compositions, rising musical movement, Camp Yopp is driven to channel music for the greater good CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Without doubt, Camp Yopp is more than …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 15:13 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'D' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:58 GMT

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Jaidster' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:54 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Kayla Bean' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:53 GMT

As Italy Drops Restrictions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers Look Back on a Year of Help

From decontaminating houses of worship to delivering food and prescriptions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Italy look back on 16 months of public service. MILANO, ITALY, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The bright yellow jackets of the …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:28 GMT

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Emee' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:23 GMT

Celebrating 12-Year-Old NJ Girl 'MarylandGirl' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:09 GMT

New And Local Children's Book Author Who Will Have Book Read By Mayor Mboka

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local children's book author J.J. Shegog's will have her book Now I'm Really Mad read by Mayor Mboka at Crossroads Fair Trade Goods & Gifts Saturday …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:09 GMT

NeuroCoach Rachel Kozy’s Book “You’re Welcome” a Must-Read for Mental Health in the Wake of COVID

You’re Welcome capitalizes on Rachel’s own mental breakdown to help improve every aspect of her readers’ wellbeing. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeuroCoach, Rachel Kozy, MPH, MBA, is calling out to …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:08 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl '27CanHit' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:58 GMT

Celebrating 13-Year-Old NJ Girl 'RunnerA' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:48 GMT

Celebrating 10-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Liv' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:33 GMT

Celebrating 12-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Juliet' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:23 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Halls' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:08 GMT

Celebrating 7-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Meels' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 12:53 GMT

Celebrating 13-Year-Old NJ Boy 'Jojo' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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