On December 1st, I held my annual awards ceremony, The Baton Awards 2023.
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Savia Rocks, the multi-talented individual behind the moniker, lives up to her name with her cool and charismatic persona. A prolific photographer, author, and podcaster, Savia's magnetic personality shines through…
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The Kenyan Inventor Sign Language Translation Smart-Glove"
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Making history! Queen Latifah becomes the first rapper honored at the 46th Kennedy Center Honors. Join the celebration of cultural milestones, legendary performances, and unforgettable tributes.
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Remembering the incomparable Benjamin Zephaniah, a literary legend and rebel writer. His legacy of words, spoken in rhyme and revolution, continues to inspire generations. Join us in celebrating the enduring…
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Meet Shawntay Harris, a trailblazing Texas nurse and the first Black woman inducted into the Academy of Emergency Nurses.
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If you want bullying at work to stop, the obvious place a victim might turn for support and help is their organisation. But, according to Marie Hemingway, Co-Founder of not-for-profit…
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When Damas Gisimba suffered kidney failure in 2021, Hyacinthe Uwimana, one of the young women whom he had taken in and cared for after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi,…
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Battling the stereotypes: why black women need mentors not ‘angry’ labels
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- When Black Success Becomes Proof That We Have It Easy
What happens when Black success is no longer seen as evidence of progress, but as proof that the barriers have disappeared? Daniella Maison examines the exchange between Charlene White and Jan Leeming and the uncomfortable assumptions behind it. Why does the success of a Black woman so often become evidence that the system must now be fair? Representation is not privilege. Progress does not erase the barriers that came before it. Read the full article and join the conversation about race, merit and what Black success really means. - Jason Arday Was Hounded. Now He Is Dead at 41
The death of Professor Jason Arday at just 41 has brought a devastating new dimension to the intense media scrutiny he faced in the final weeks of his life. As questions continue to surround the circumstances of his death, Daniella Maison reflects on the relentless coverage of his career, childhood, disability and personal history and asks a difficult question: when does legitimate scrutiny become hounding? - Beyond the Catwalk: How Olori Ronke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi Built an Economic Engine for African Fashion
African fashion is more than the catwalk. For nearly two decades, Olori Ronke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi has built platforms, partnerships and production networks designed to turn African creativity into global economic opportunity. From Africa Fashion Week London to indigenous textile development, discover how her vision is helping reshape African fashion as a powerful engine for trade, entrepreneurship and wealth creation. - African Fashion Week London Returns: Where Heritage Meets the Future of Fashion
The countdown is officially on. African Fashion Week London is almost here, and the excitement is building. More than a fashion event, AFWL is where culture, creativity, heritage and innovation meet the runway. It is a platform that continues to champion African designers, celebrate emerging talent and showcase the extraordinary influence of African fashion on the global stage. Black Wall St. Media proud to cover AFWL and we will be bringing you exclusive access throughout the event from backstage moments and designer interviews to standout runway looks, industry conversations and the people shaping the future of fashion. Whether you’re attending in person or following from around the world, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned. The stories behind the style are just getting started. - Jamaica Tourist Board Partners with Reggae Land Bringing Jamaica to the UK’s Biggest Reggae Festival
The Jamaica Tourist Board is bringing the spirit of the Caribbean to one of the UK's biggest celebrations of reggae music through a landmark new partnership with Reggae Land 2026. As part of the collaboration, festivalgoers will have the chance to win a dream holiday to Jamaica, while the initiative strengthens cultural ties and inspires more UK travellers to experience the island that gave reggae to the world.
