In the United States, Black names hold significant cultural and historical importance, reflecting a blend of African, European, and American influences. These names often carry deep meanings and are ...
The year 2025 felt different for those of us following the trajectory of African letters. It was a year where the noise of the global publishing industry finally synced up with the quiet, persistent ...
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A ...
Photo courtesy of Eastern State Penitentiary. “True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. from his 1957 book, Stride Toward Freedom This ...
On a humid May evening in Kampala, Anne Kansiime walked onstage at the Sheraton Gardens wearing a flowing pink gown, ready to be roasted. Uganda’s self-proclaimed “Queen of Comedy” had gathered the ...
2026 is finally here, and with it comes the expectation that the year will be fruitful and rewarding. Achieving success in 2026 is doable and the best time to start right off the block is now. This is ...
Egusi soup is a rich and hearty dish made from ground melon seeds, often enjoyed with pounded yam or fufu. It holds cultural significance in Nigeria as a staple meal, often served during gatherings ...
FunTimes was established in 1992 (33 years ago) in Monrovia, Liberia and began operations in Philadelphia, PA over ten years. The magazine is the trusted information source for the African Diaspora.
Capture the Instagrammable moments at the Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront. Photo by Cathie Berry courtesy of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation ...
Afro Nation festival in Portugal, Culture Dance Clash (CDC) festival, the Africa Oyé festival and a host of other festivals with a lineup of artists like Wizkid, Tyla, Angelique Kidjo, Asake, Awilo ...
No one likes the tax man, for he comes with his shovel to dig deep into the revenue bag and take what he or she believes is due, while leaving the taxpayer arguing over what is left. While many would ...
The WeLovEya Festival 2025 is set to make history in Cotonou this December with a rare joint headlining appearance by Afrobeats titans Davido and Wizkid. With over 50,000 fans expected at Place de ...