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Mayor Margaret Greer’s Gala Unites Enfield in Purpose

By BWSMLATEST, YOUR EVENTSNo Comments

Mayor Margaret Greer’s Charity Gala was more than an evening of elegance—it was a powerful celebration of community, heritage, and purpose in the heart of Enfield. As the borough’s first Black woman of Caribbean heritage to serve as Mayor, Cllr Greer brought together residents, leaders, and supporters for a night dedicated to uplifting vital causes and strengthening the spirit of unity. Read how this unforgettable evening reflected the power of representation, resilience, and the collective strength of the Enfield community.

March 16, 2026

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Mother’s Day and the Quiet Legacy of Our Mothers

By Diahanne RhineyART & 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.

March 14, 2026

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When Inclusion and Impact Collide at the BAFTAs

By Diahanne RhineyLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

By Dr Diahanne Rhiney, Editor in Chief, Black Wall St Media
It was meant to be a night of celebration at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts — a polished tribute to craft, creativity and cultural progress. Instead, the 2026 BAFTAs left many viewers sitting with an altogether different emotion: disbelief.
During a ceremony broadcast by the BBC, a racial slur rang out while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo stood on stage. The context, we later learned, was complex. The impact was not.
In this piece, Dr Diahanne Rhiney examines what happens when commitments to inclusion collide — when disability, race, editing decisions and institutional responsibility converge under the brightest lights. This is not a call for outrage. It is a call for competence, care and courage.
Because representation without protection is not progress. And when harm is foreseeable, silence is not neutrality — it is a choice.

February 28, 2026

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A Giant Has Fallen. What Jesse Jackson Meant to the Diaspora

By Diahanne RhineyLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICE, WORLD NEWSNo Comments

The passing of Jesse Jackson is more than the loss of a towering figure in American politics. It marks the end of an era in global Black political imagination.
For the African diaspora, Jackson was not simply a civil rights activist. He was a strategist, a negotiator and a bridge between movements. From his work with the Southern Christian Leadership Conference to the founding of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, he expanded the meaning of civil rights into the realm of economic power, coalition politics and international solidarity.
This is not an obituary rooted in nostalgia. It is a reflection on impact — and on what his legacy demands of the diaspora now.

February 21, 2026

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Landmark Ruling

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

A landmark employment tribunal ruling has exposed how racial stereotypes continue to shape perceptions in the workplace. Sandra Moody, a Black higher-level teaching assistant, was unfairly disciplined and dismissed after colleagues and pupils labelled her “intimidating” and accused her of having an “angry face.” The tribunal found these claims were rooted in the harmful “angry Black woman” trope, marking a significant victory against race and gender bias in UK schools.

February 14, 2026

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Editors Letter – January 2026

By Diahanne RhineyEDITOR, LATESTNo Comments

As we step into 2026, we carry the lessons of a year that tested us, inspired us, and reminded us of our collective strength. From cultural milestones to hard conversations, one truth remained constant: the resilience of the global Black community. This is about legacy, reflection, and moving forward with intention.

January 16, 2026

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MOBO Opens Its Forever Home

By Sarah TettehART & CULTURE, LATESTNo Comments

From Tina Turner to Beyoncé, MOBO has never just been an awards show — it’s been a movement. After decades of celebrating Black excellence and shaping British culture, MOBO is now putting down roots with the launch of the House of MOBO in South London. More than a pub, this vibrant new space is a home for creativity, community and connection, honouring a legacy built on resilience, vision and the power of culture to bring people together.

January 10, 2026

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The Price of Posture

By BWSMLATEST, OPINION, SPORTNo Comments

A lie still runs the league. Jude Bellingham’s brilliance isn’t just redefining football—it’s exposing the racial narratives that continue to shape how Black excellence is seen, judged, and constrained. This isn’t just about sport. It’s about truth, power, and the cost of being unapologetically extraordinary.

November 23, 2025

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Beyond the Hustle: Rethinking Wealth for Ourselves

By Krystle McgilveryBUSINESS NEWS, FINANCE, LATESTNo Comments

For many of us, money has long been tied to worth but what happens when we start seeing it differently?
In her debut article for Black Wall St. Media, Behavioural Finance Editor Krystle McGilvery explores how rethinking money through the lens of wealth, abundance, and prosperity can transform not just our finances, but how we live and lead.
Drawing on her personal journey and years of financial leadership, Krystle shares three powerful mindset shifts to help you build clarity, confidence, and calm around money and move beyond the hustle.
Because true wealth isn’t about what you earn it’s about how you align it with who you are.

November 6, 2025

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Black Men and Breast Cancer

By BWSMLATEST, LIFESTYLENo Comments

When we talk about breast cancer, most people picture women. But men — especially Black men — are also at risk. And too often, their stories go untold.
Black men face a higher risk of developing breast cancer yet are the least likely to know it. The silence around this issue isn’t just cultural — it’s costing lives.
In our latest feature, “Black Men and Breast Cancer: Breaking the Silence on a Hidden Battle,” we explore the racial disparities, the personal stories, and the urgent need for awareness in our communities.
It’s time to broaden the conversation — because breast cancer isn’t just a women’s issue. It’s a human one.

November 2, 2025

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