The Year of Philadelphia: Our Soil, Our Season, Our Sovereignty
As we move through March 2026, the world has officially arrived at our doorstep. The Wall Street Journal and the New York Times have validated what the African Diaspora has known for generations: Philadelphia is the premier global destination of 2026. But for FunTimes readers, this is a tourism boom and a reclamation of the very narrative of “Becoming America”.
“Home is where the heart is, but the heart can still be restless at home”
For many in the diaspora, home isn’t just a place on a map. It is a persistent ache; the longing for your people and your culture. Years of longing turn into plans for a “japada” (a return to the motherland), the soil that raised your parents.
The Unbroken Thread of Memory and Nationhood on Senegal Independence Day 2026
The story of Senegalese independence is one of the most intellectually rich and complex chapters in the history of African liberation. It was a movement fought in both the political arenas of Paris and Dakar, and in the realm of culture, poetry, and philosophy.
Honoring Victims of The 1994 Rwanda Genocide
Today, the memory of the genocide has become a painful yet necessary reminder of humanity’s failings and abdication of our collective responsibility to be our brother’s keeper. Through testimonies, memorial sites, and annual commemorations, the voices of those lost continue to echo through time.
Press release from FIFA:
The line-up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been completed with six teams clinching the remaining places among the 48 that will make the upcoming tournament in North America the most inclusive ever.
Op-Ed | The World Applauded, Philadelphia Blinked, and President Mahama Stood Tall
There is an African proverb that says, “Mgeni njoo, mwenyeji apone” – “Let the guest come so that the host may be healed.” It suggests that a visitor brings more than just their presence; they bring news and blessings that can restore a home to new strength.
Ghana Pushes History Forward as UN Declares Slavery a Crime Against Humanity
In a defining moment for global justice and historical reckoning, the United Nations has adopted a Ghana-led resolution recognizing slavery and the transatlantic slave trade as crimes against humanity. This move signals a shift from acknowledgment to formal classification, placing one of history’s darkest chapters within the highest category of international crimes.
The Kiss of Spring
If you have spring fever, you’re not alone. To celebrate, we have curated this low-cost or free “gallery” of entertainment options, highlighting art and spring this week. Stop and smell the cherry blossoms while you’re at it!
5 Black Women Leading Africa’s Tech Revolution
We have compiled a list of five Black women who are leading Africa’s tech revolution. These women are achieving visibility milestones and building lasting systems and infrastructure that will define the continent’s next phase of growth.
A Guide to Shopping Black-Owned Businesses in South Africa
South Africa presents a highly visible and natural target for this spending. The country exports undeniable cultural energy. Their fashion, fine art, and interior design show up on international runways and in luxury boutiques. Amapiano music dominates global charts. The country’s digital infrastructure is robust, and its entrepreneurial class is incredibly innovative and hungry for access to global markets.