Category

ART & CULTURE

ALLISTER VICTOR BAIN: THE MAN, THE ARTIST AND THE HISTORY WE MUST NOT FORGET

By ART & CULTURE, HISTORY, LATESTNo Comments

This Black History Month, Black Wall St. Media pays tribute to Allister Victor Bain, the Grenadian-born artist, storyteller and cultural pioneer whose creativity helped shape Caribbean and Black British cultural life. Through the heartfelt memories of his friends, colleagues and family, we celebrate not only his remarkable contribution to the arts, but the man behind the legacy. His story is a powerful reminder that our pioneers deserve more than to be remembered after they are gone, their lives, work and history must be preserved for generations to come.

Read the tribute. Discover his legacy. Help keep his story alive.

Read More
October 14, 2026
Love0

INSANE ENERGY INCOMING!

By ART & CULTURE, ENTERTAINMENT, LATEST, YOUR EVENTSNo Comments

INSANE ENERGY INCOMING!
Get ready for the ultimate Notting Hill Carnival 2026 experience! Streetmic and Black Wall St Media are bringing you live, uninterrupted coverage straight from the heart of the vibes all weekend long!
Don’t miss a single beat, costume, or moment!
When: Starting this weekend from 9:00 AM
Where: Streamed LIVE directly from our website!
Tap the image at 9:00 AM to join the live stream!

Read More
August 29, 2026
Love0

The Carnival Was Born Twice

By ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, EDUCATION, HISTORY, LATESTNo Comments

Notting Hill Carnival was never just a party. It was born from racism, shaped by migration and transformed into one of Britain’s most powerful expressions of Black Caribbean culture. But how old is Carnival really and who helped build it?

From Claudia Jones and the pioneering 1959 Caribbean Carnival to Edric and Pearl Connor’s cultural activism, the 1964 turning point and the emergence of the street Carnival, this is a story of resistance, creativity, identity and belonging.

The Carnival was born more than once. And the people who helped build it deserve to be remembered.

Read More
August 29, 2026
Love0

The Africa Centre’s 60th Anniversary Exhibition: a landmark celebration of history, presence and legacy

By ART & CULTURE, LATESTOne Comment

Some exhibitions entertain. Others transform the way we see history.

The Africa Centre’s landmark 60th Anniversary Exhibition did exactly that, taking visitors on an extraordinary journey through nearly 2,000 years of African and diasporic history in Britain. Featuring rare artefacts, untold stories and remarkable archival treasures, the exhibition challenged long-held narratives and celebrated the enduring contributions of African communities to British life. Discover how one exhibition became a powerful act of remembrance, recognition and cultural pride.

Read More
July 29, 2026
Love0

Margaret Busby’s Part of the Story (Hamish Hamilton, 2026)

By ART & CULTURE, LATESTNo Comments

Few figures have had a greater impact on British publishing than Margaret Busby. As the UK’s first Black woman publisher and a lifelong champion of diverse voices, her influence has shaped generations of writers and readers. In this review, John Stevenson explores Part of the Story, Busby’s remarkable new collection of essays, reviews, speeches and reflections, which chronicles more than fifty years of literary and cultural history while illuminating the legacy of one of publishing’s most important pioneers.

Read More
June 7, 2026
Love0

The Music is Black

By ART & CULTURE, LATEST2 Comments

At the new V&A East Museum, The Music is Black: A British Story, arrives as both celebration and reckoning – a sweeping exploration of how Black music has shaped the cultural heartbeat of Britain. In this thoughtful review, John Stevenson reflects on the exhibition’s powerful blend of nostalgia, politics, resistance, and creativity, tracing the enduring influence of Black British sound for over a century.

Read More
May 22, 2026
Love0

Mother’s Day and the Quiet Legacy of Our Mothers

By ART & CULTURE, EDITOR, LATESTNo Comments

Beyond the bouquets, there is a “quiet legacy” that forms the true foundation of our lives. In this moving tribute, Dr. Diahanne Rhiney, Editor-in-Chief of Black Wall St Media, explores the profound inheritance of resilience and cultural wealth passed down by mothers across the diaspora.
Whether celebrating her presence or honouring her memory, read why a mother’s work is the ultimate blueprint for generational wealth.

Read More
March 14, 2026
Love0

Radio Bimshire – Bajan to the Bone

By ART & CULTURE, LATEST, WORLD NEWSOne Comment

As Barbados celebrates 60 years of independence, a quiet cultural revolution is unfolding—not in parliament, but in the voices of everyday Barbadians. Radio Bimshire, the National Library Service’s new digital archive, is preserving and sharing the island’s oral history, from elders’ memories to music, comedy, and Nation Language. Guided by veteran broadcaster Julius Gittens, the platform transforms scattered recordings into a living national soundscape, connecting generations at home and across the diaspora.

Read More
February 21, 2026
Love0