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7 Black-owned Wines To Add To Your Collection

Dec 17, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Now more than ever, supporting Black-owned businesses is important especially wineries that were hard hit with strict COVID-19 lockdown regulation as seen in South Africa. Here are some Black-owned wineries, vineyards, cellars, and brands.

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The Queen of African Pop - Brenda Fassie

Dec 16, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

From a township near Cape Town, South Africa, to international stardom and performing for thousands, Brenda Fassie became The Queen of African Pop.

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5 Black Beauty Icons Who Changed the Game

Dec 15, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Black women are the trendsetters in many industries and it’s no different in the world of beauty. These are five Black beauty icons whose looks are forever memorable.

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Celebrate Entertainer and Advocate Jamie Foxx On His 53rd Birthday

Dec 13, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

Noticing that women often had a much easier time getting a spot at the open-mic nights, Eric Bishop started using the gender neutral name, Jamie Foxx.

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - One of Africa’s Greatest Modern Writers

Dec 07, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

From a small town in Nigeria to international stages speaking on the importance of feminism, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has become one of Africa’s most celebrated modern writers whose work has received critical acclaim.

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Rooting For Tyra Banks On Her 47th Birthday

Dec 04, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

Tyra Banks set a record by walking in 25 shows during her very first season. She even graced the cover of the Spanish edition of Vogue.

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4 Returning Fashion Trends Made Popular by Black People

Dec 02, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Fashion trends are often repeated from decades gone by, usually reappearing 10 to 20 years later. Some of the trends we’re seeing today made popular by celebrities and influencers have their roots in Black culture. These are just four of the hundreds of fashion trends started by Black people around the world that are now making a comeback.

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The Star of Sarafina! - Leleti Khumalo

Dec 01, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Leleti Khumalo, a South African actress known for her leading role in the internationally acclaimed movie and stage play, Sarafina!, is now also an advocate for those living with Vitiligo.

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Africa’s Premier Diva - Angélique Kidjo

Nov 27, 2020 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Angélique Kidjo is a creative force and humanitarian who shares her talents to bring a voice to the voiceless.

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Nicolette Simms: Jamaican Entrepreneur Striving For The Best While Empowering Clients To Do The Same

Nov 24, 2020 08:00AM ● By Candice Stewart

Having the ability to freely express yourself through fashion allows you to stand out in a crowd and tell your story however you see fit. That is the driving factor for Mrs. Nicolette Simms, founder and creative designer of Tenique Designs, a company specializing in custom jewelry and accessories.

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