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- 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. - The Africa Centre’s 60th Anniversary Exhibition: a landmark celebration of history, presence and legacy
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. - More Than a Programme: Five Years of Changing Lives and Building Bridges
Some evenings celebrate achievement. Others remind us what is possible. As Elevated Minds marked the fifth anniversary of its Elevated Aspirations Programme, the occasion became more than a celebration of certificates and success. It was a powerful reflection on trust, opportunity and the transformative impact of bringing young people and public institutions together. Over five years, the programme has shown that lasting change begins with conversation, grows through opportunity and flourishes when aspiration is matched by action. - Margaret Busby’s Part of the Story (Hamish Hamilton, 2026)
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.
