Even though it is the least integrated with the global economy, Africa may be the worst hit region by the global economic crisis. Each of the four channels through which the crisis is affecting Africa has a particularly nefarious impact. Read full article>>

MAERSK-ALABAMA CAPTAIN RESCUED BY REAR ADM. MICHELLE HOWARD'S SHIP Whoa! Nope, this is one you SURE DIDN'T HEAR on the news. The ship that rescued the Maersk-Alabama's captain was skippered by a BLACK FEMALE REAR ADMIRAL? Get OUT of here! If you're like me, you briefly saw her in some news clips, and (like me) probably figured she ...

Registration closes 18 May 2009 - Book now to avoid disappointment! The Unit for the Social Study of Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell (TASC Unit) at De Montfort University, Leicester is pleased to present this exclusive one-day conference. The conference examines Sickle Cell Disorders, healthcare neglect in prisons, racism in the criminal justice system and the introduction of ...

Is death the start of the human journey or its end? Is mortality a transition from one sphere of our existence to another - the recurring cycle of life, death and rebirth? From Nobel Literature Laureate Wole Soyinka’s versatile prose emerges a mournful piece of theatre, which isn’t in fear of difficult themes of life ...

Jacob Zuma is one step away from the Union Buildings - South Africa's seat of power. Wednesday's national and provincial elections are certain to see the African National Congress (ANC) leader become the new president of South Africa. But this year's elections have been different. A new opposition party, hewn from the ruling African National Congress, is challenging ...

R&D Productions would like to invite you to the Charity Gala performance of 'Scratched Out - The Urban Musical' in aid of the ACLT Saturday 18 April, 7.30pm, Riverside Studios, Crisp Road, Hammersmith W6 9RL Tickets: £25 (plus food, drinks & music after the show) Box office: 020 8237 1111 Book Tickets Here 'Scratched Out - The Urban Musical' ...

A Tale of a Forgotten People By Vava Tampa Outside public eyes in a remote corner of Africa and literally under the world's radar screen, a country is sinking in a river of blood! Mothers crying! Fathers and sons trading hot metals! Neighbours, in alliance with local armed groups, seething through the thick dense forest to ...

Party People and Colourful Radio invite you to Behind The Groove this Easter Thursday 9th April at The Korsan Bar, 161 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E8 8AL. DJs include Calvin Francis, James Anthony, Gordon Mac, DJ Elayne, Mastermind, Pete Andrew, Leroy Johnson and more. Admission £10 all night. Doors open 10pm, Dress Code smart casual. To book ...

ATLANTA — What might have been a routine resolution honoring President Obama became a flashpoint Friday in the Georgia House of Representatives. Angry black lawmakers walked out of the chamber, accusing white Republican leaders of racism when they delayed the resolution for a second time. The resolution congratulates Mr. Obama on becoming the first African-American president ...

UNCERTAINTY hangs over the future of Antigua and Barbuda's second-term government of Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer last week with the filing of four election petitions Thursday (March 19) by the opposition Antigua Labour Party (ALP) in the High Court. RICKEY SINGH The challenging of the declared results involve three of the nine seats won by the incumbent ...

A powerful collection of works by some of the leading African-American artists is on display at the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County. The exhibit, called “Distinguish Visions, Timeless Traditions,” came about when Calvin Mims, art services coordinator for the council, discovered that a number of art collectors in town have works of some of the nation’s ...

Bank Holiday Sat 11 April 2009 The Specialists, Londons No1 Raving Promoters Cordially Invite Real Ravers To The Double Birthday Celebration Of Nigel B & Jon Junior From Special Touch Urban Street Sound.. This Will Be Taking Place At The Plush & Exclusive China Palace, 2 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock North E16 1DR.. (off Tidal Basin Rd, which ...

Hey there. Ladies & gentlemen, welcome to the MAIN EVENT! We are one stop away from D.DAY, however brace yourselves & get ready for a magical experience! Strctly Entertainment Ltd presents The Single Launch Party for PHENOMENAL WOMAN - come & watch FOLA with full band 'Slo Burn' as she headlines superb lineup of UK talent! Mon ...

By J. Freedom du Lac Washington Post Staff Writer Tuesday, March 17, 2009; Page C01 "I don't know how to stay in one genre," Estelle Fanta Swaray declared during her Sunday night concert at the 9:30 club. She was hardly apologizing, though -- more like sharing her mission statement. The nascent British star has shortened her stage name ...

Sickle Cell and Deaths in Custodyconference The Unit for the Social Study of Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell (TASC Unit) at De Montfort University, Leicester is pleased to present this exclusive one day conference. The conference examines Sickle Cell disorders, healthcare neglect in prisons, racism in the criminal justice system and the introduction of specialist custody nursing Sickle Cell and deaths in custody ...

Senior ANC Official Vows Jacob Zuma will Quit if Convicted of ... Voice of America - USA By Darren Taylor South Africa's ruling party, the African National Congress (ANC) says it's confident it will win more than 70 percent of the vote when the ... See all stories on this topic South Africa considers steps to help Zimbabwe Reuters South ...

Dear Friends of Africa Awakening, I  hope you are all having a great weekend. May your dreams, aspirations and personal ambitions this year, continue to be blessed by the vision, the grace and the spirit of the Lord. AFRICA AWAKENING is all about: Promoting the needs and interests of Africans, West Indians and the Black British Community in different ...

About 300 people attended Monday night's dedication in St, Margaret's Church, Westminster Abbey, of a memorial plaque to Olaudah Equiano (c.1745-97), the leading black abolitionist. Equiano had been baptised at the Church in February 1759. While people waited for the start of the service the Church organist played the 'Trumpet Voluntary' by John Stanley (1712-86) and ...

South African cameraman Garwin McLuckie has been named Camera Operator of the Year in the 2008 Royal Television Society (RTS) Television Journalism Awards. Images by Gallo The awards are presented annually in London and are aimed at recognising creative and excellent journalism from UK news broadcasters, McLuckie, who works for Sky News in the UK, was ...

Event: Home Educators and Black Supplementary Schools Conference "Updated information and discussion." What: Workshop Host: BAOUKHE and NABSS Start Time: Saturday, June 6 at 11:00am End Time: Saturday, June 6 at 4:00pm Where: Hackney Museum To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=55194513302&aref=20916742