Embodying Resilience and Vision: Honouring Dame Jocelyn Anita Barrow DBE
Dame Jocelyn Anita Barrow DBE (15 April 1929 – 9 April 2020) has eternally engraved her values and…
Black History Features
Marcia Rigg: The Resilient Voice of Justice in Modern Britain
Marcia Rigg stands prominently as a resolute symbol of strength and a fervent advocate for justice. Born to…
Harmonious Resonance: Dr. Shirley Thompson’s Symphony of Black Excellence and Cultural Unity
In the realm of musical composition, there exist pioneers like Dr. Shirley Thompson, whose artistry transcends auditory experiences,…
Lynette Yiadom-Boakye: Brushstrokes of Humanity & Beacon of Black Artistic Brilliance
Every brushstroke in the oeuvre of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye sings a song of boundless humanity and poignant narratives. As…
Independent Researcher Promises To Deliver Real Early Windrush History, Not Stories
Independent Researcher Promises To Deliver Real Early Windrush History, Not Stories An independent history researcher and historical musicologist,…
Yinka Shonibare – The Artist Celebrating African Culture and Identity
Yinka Shonibare is a visual artist who has gained international recognition for his vibrant and thought-provoking works of…
Amy Ashwood Garvey: A Trailblazing Pan-Africanist and Advocate for Black Empowerment in the Windrush Generation
On 10 January 1897, Amy Ashwood Garvey was born in Port Antonio, Jamaica, and her personal journey as…
Empowering Women of Colour: The Legacy of the Organisation of Women of African and Asian Descent (OWAAD)
The Organisation of Women of African and Asian Descent (OWAAD) was a pioneering feminist group that emerged in…
WATCH: The Empire of Cricket: A History of West Indies Cricket and its Legendary Players
The West Indies cricket team has a rich history in the world of cricket and is often referred…
Exploring the Stories of Black British Authors: A Journey Through Race, Identity, and Belonging
From Zadie Smith to Bernardine Evaristo, black British authors have been making waves in the literary world for…
Beryl McBurnie and the West Indian Ballet Company: Pioneers of Caribbean Dance and Culture
Beryl McBurnie was born on November 2, 1915, in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. She was the…
From the Stage to the Screen: Celebrating British Black Actresses
From the early 20th century to the present day, these actresses have fought against racism and discrimination to…
Breaking Barriers: The Career of Elisabeth Welch, Broadway Star and Film Actress
Elisabeth Welch was born on February 27, 1904, in New York City. Her mother was of African-American and…
The Toll of Slavery and Exploitation under British Colonial Rule in the Caribbean
British colonial rule in the Caribbean began in the 17th century and lasted until the mid-20th century. The…
WATCH: The Vision of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta: Economic Development, Unity, and Pan-Africanism
Mzee Jomo Kenyatta was a visionary leader who played a significant role in shaping Kenya’s history and identity….
Olaudah Equiano: The Remarkable Life of an African Writer and Abolitionist
Olaudah Equ iano was born in 1745 in what is now southeastern Nigeria. He was the youngest son…
Exploring the Life and Work of Beverley Bryan: British-Jamaican Activist, Writer, and Educator
Beverley Bryan is a British-Jamaican educator, writer, and activist who co-authored the book “Heart of the Race: Black…
Remembering Earl Cameron: The Pioneering Black Actor and Advocate for Social Justice
Earl Cameron was a pioneering Black actor who was born on 8 August 1917 in Pembroke, Bermuda. He…
The Mali Empire
The Mali Empire was a powerful West African empire that existed from the 13th to the 17th century….
The Mau Mau movement
The Mau Mau rebellion was a response to decades of British colonialism and the land grabbing policies that…
