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Professor Folarin Shyllon Reclaiming Africa’s History

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Black History Month: Professor Folarin Shyllon — Reclaiming Africa’s History

From uncovering the forgotten history of Black people in Britain to championing the return of Africa’s looted cultural treasures, Professor Folarin Shyllon dedicated his life to truth, justice and reclaiming heritage.

Discover the remarkable legacy of a pioneering Nigerian legal scholar who challenged historical erasure and championed Africa’s right to its own history.

Because reclaiming our history is reclaiming our power.

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Black history is world history.

October 15, 2026

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

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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.

October 14, 2026

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The Jamaican Sculptor Who Carved His Way Into History

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Have you heard of Alvin Marriott? A Jamaican sculptor whose extraordinary talent took him from carving limestone in Jamaica to helping restore the Houses of Parliament in Britain, teaching a new generation of artists and creating a monument to Bob Marley in his eighties. This Black History Month, discover the remarkable story of a man whose hands helped shape history, yet whose name remains unfamiliar to so many. It is time to look again, remember his contribution and give Alvin Marriott the recognition he deserves.

October 13, 2026

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The Crown in the Ledger: What Finding Britain’s Slave Traders Asked Us to Face

By Diahanne RhineyHISTORY, LATESTOne Comment

What happens when Britain’s history is no longer told through monuments, wealth and institutions, but through the ledger behind them?

Finding Britain’s Slave Traders with David Olusoga brings names, companies, royal connections and fortunes into focus, forcing us to confront how deeply the transatlantic slave trade was embedded in British society.

In “The Crown in the Ledger,” we explore what these records reveal about wealth, power, responsibility and the legacy that remains today.

Read the full article and ask yourself: who owns what, who benefited, and what does honest accounting look like?

September 28, 2026

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A life lived beyond the limits of representation

By Diahanne RhineyHISTORY, LATESTNo Comments

Bonnie Greer was never simply a writer, playwright or broadcaster. She was a cultural force who refused to be confined by the expectations placed on Black women in public life. From Chicago to Britain, from theatre and literature to television and institutional leadership, she built a life defined by intellect, independence and an unapologetic right to occupy space.

As Britain remembers her following her death at 77, this article looks beyond the achievements and asks what her life represented: the power of cultural authority, the importance of institutional access, and the freedom to be fully human rather than simply inspirational.

September 18, 2026

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

By John StevensonART & 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.

July 29, 2026

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

By John StevensonART & 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.

June 7, 2026

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Hair Freedom EXPO 2026

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Hair Freedom EXPO 2026 is more than an event—it is a movement. Bringing together industry leaders, educators, advocates, and multicultural communities in Sydney, this landmark gathering will challenge hair discrimination, celebrate textured hair, and champion the right of women and girls to embrace their natural identity with confidence. Through powerful conversations, practical education, and inspiring personal stories, Hair Freedom EXPO is set to redefine inclusion, representation, and hair freedom in Australia.

June 6, 2026

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The Music is Black

By John StevensonART & 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.

May 22, 2026

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The Carnivalesque

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Carnival is more than a party — it’s a protest, a prayer, and a powerful act of survival.
As Notting Hill Carnival draws near, The Carnivalesque: Body, Mind and Spirit exhibition invites us to look deeper. Curated by Onyekachi Wambu and supported by Ra Hendricks, this thought-provoking showcase explores the African spiritual, cultural, and political roots of carnival — from resistance on the plantation to modern-day urban struggles.

Featuring newly commissioned artworks, talks, screenings and more, this is carnival reimagined — bold, beautiful, and unapologetically radical.

Read the full article by John Stevenson and discover why this exhibition matters now more than ever.

July 31, 2025

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