Archbishop Desmond Tutu in his own words
He did not hesitate to use humour and anger to express his values and outrage. Black History…
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Archbishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu (1931-2021)
Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu was the smiling and laughing South African archbishop whose irrepressible personality won him…
WATCH: In the wake of Omicron, could the Covid booster be your greatest gift this Christmas, especially for those with long term health conditions
Just when we thought life was getting easier, Omicron showed up to derail our plans over the Christmas…
The World remembers Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
He gained prominence through his work as a human rights campaigner. In 1984, he was awarded the Nobel…
Half a million streams for Bianca Rose
In 2017 British/Jamaican/Nigerian singer-songwriter Bianca Rose released her debut album ‘No Fear Here’, which has to date received…
The National Theatre’s new musical Hex based on Sleeping Beauty has just released a highlights recording
It was confirmed however yesterday that performances of Hex have been cancelled until 28 December due to company…
WATCH: Stunned silence
This incredible level of competition and commitment – over one of the greatest seasons ever – was always…
WATCH: WE LOVE INDEPENDENT MUSIC
Singer Bianca Rose & Manager Lorretta Andrews realized that more and more independent musicians create their music themselves,…
Ariyon Bakare – From the East End to the National Theatre.
He grew up in the East End of London and was brought up by his Nigerian father. After…
Adjoa Andoh perhaps better known worldwide as Lady Danbury
Adjoa Andoh, was born in Bristol, England. She is a very successful actress, working in British film, television,…
WATCH: Top paediatrician answers your questions on Covid-19 and flu vaccines for children
In September, the UK’s Chief Medical Officers recommended vaccinating all 12 to 15 year olds with a first…
History Consultant In Search Of Brent Mother And Son Who Inspired Black History Month In The UK
History consultant Kwaku‘s next Xtra History Session on Zoom on Monday Nov. 29 is entitled ‘The True History…
2021 Black British Theatre Awards winners announced
The winners of the 2021 Black British Theatre Awards which celebrate the very best of British talent have…
Police Chief Constable’s Apology To The British African Community To Be Discussed At Community Meeting
Altheia Jones Lecointe, Kwaku and Cecil Gutzmore at a BTWSC event Police Chief Constable’s Apology To The British…
Veteran Community Activist And Historian To Provide Analysis On Racism, Policing, Crime And Criminalisation Of African Youths
On Wednesday Oct. 27, community activist, historian and former university lecturer Bro Cecil Gutzmore will present Racism, Crime…
Vanitas Arts Celebrates ‘Hidden’ Black Suffragette with launch of brand new audio drama in Black History Month UK 2021
This podcast tells the story of one of the most important Black female activists in American history. An…
Diane Abbott Attends Jamaican Art Private View For Black History Month – and Seriously Rates ‘We Belong’ By Human Rights Lawyer-Poet and Artist, David Neita
Labour’s Diane Abbott, the MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington famously became the first black female MP…
Angeliena a Q&A with South African filmmaker Uga Carlini
Angeliena, the bittersweet debut fiction feature film from multi-award winning South African filmmaker Uga Carlini, is to be…
Former Fire Chief speaks out about racial abuse in support of Black History Month
Former Assistant Chief Officer Wayne McCollin was born in Barbados before moving to the UK in 1960 and…
Proud to Be in Unity
Honestly, it took me longer than it should have to ponder and answer this question. Was it because…
