Influential People

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Obaro Ikime was one of Nigeria's great scholars - he showed why history matters in building Black African nations

Jun 03, 2023 02:00PM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

He taught us all – and is still teaching us – about the need to challenge what seem to be conventional narratives of society that are largely informed by vested interests.

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Winnie and Nelson: new book paints a deeply human portrait of the Mandela marriage and South Africa’s struggle

Jun 01, 2023 02:00PM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage is at once a double biography of South Africa’s two famous liberation leaders and a historical love story about their personal lives

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Mental Health Awareness: ''We Need More Professionals'' - Speaker Joanna Mcclinton Says

May 28, 2023 10:00AM ● By Jerrywright Ukwu

Joanna McClinton, Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, spoke exclusively to FunTimes Magazine on her new status, how Black communities can be heard, and policy conversations around mental health awareness.

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Campaign for Working Families honors longtime volunteers and seasonal workers at its annual end-of-the-year event

May 26, 2023 12:00PM ● By SueAnn Rybak

The nonprofit distributed 55 awards to volunteers and seasonal employees that have worked with them for 10 years and longer.

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The Amazing Black Woman Behind Some Of The Biggest Black Art Exhibits In America

May 22, 2023 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Pauline Forlenza, Director of The American Federation of Arts (AFA) has been at the forefront of curating exhibits nationwide that highlight the work of Black artists and increase access to diverse audiences.

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Harry Belafonte: a singer and actor but an activist at heart

May 10, 2023 10:00AM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Belafonte led a life of tireless activism and was present at the many peaks of 20th-century civil and human rights struggles across the globe.

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5 Major Historical Contributions by Black Inventors

May 01, 2023 02:00PM ● By Anand Subramanian

It is critical to acknowledge and appreciate Black innovators' accomplishments, not just for their historical value but also for the inspiration they bring to future generations.

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Meet Victoria Namusisi, the Remarkable Woman Providing Shelter for Hundreds of Kids From Disadvantaged Backgrounds in Uganda

Apr 24, 2023 10:00AM ● By Kufre N.

In an exclusive interview with FunTimes, Namusisi discusses the origin and passion behind her impactful philanthropy.

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Noni Jabavu was a pioneering South African writer - a new book shows how relevant she still is

Apr 21, 2023 10:00AM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Noni Jabavu was the first Black South African woman to publish memoirs and one of the first African women to pursue a literary career abroad.

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The Hottest Black Actors and Actresses in This Day and Age

Apr 15, 2023 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

These individuals have won the hearts of audiences worldwide with their unmistakable charm, incredible abilities, and unquestionable talent.

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