The cost of African organ donation – Belinda’s story
After surviving 2 failed kidney transplants and cancer. She is now using her story to raise awareness on the importance of organ donation in the black community. Watch Belinda’s story…
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Why do African leaders go abroad for medical treatment?
Medical tourism is when people visit other countries only to use their medical system. Over the years, African leaders have developed a reputation for engaging in this practice. Some examples include: Muhammadu Buhari – Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari infamously went to the UK for […]
Defying the cosmetics industry with Equi Botanics
The cosmetic industry told her not to bother because nothing works on ‘black hair’ Now, Ekwy runs a successful haircare brand catering to afro hair. Watch her journey with EQUI Botanics
Malick Sidibé, The Eye of Bamako celebrated!
Malick Sidibé was a Malian photographer noted for his black-and-white photos of popular culture in the 1960s in Mali’s capital Bamako. During his life, Sidibé gained an international reputation and along with late compatriot Seydou Keïta, was considered to be Mali’s most famous photographer. Sidibé […]
Tackling social issues though her body – Meet Adelaide
Her work focuses on the female body, form, and movement. Influenced by personal experiences, Damoah’s work often highlights social issues that are important to her.
African women who make art: Meet Enam
Enam and the BBFA Collective are set on changing the game for themselves and black female artists across the Diaspora
Afrovisibilty – The billboard campaign for Afro hair
She’s tackling underrepresentation of Afro hair with a billboard campaign across the UK. Watch Lekia’s story.
Zamounda, Changing The Face of Fashion!
These African-Parisian dandies are changing the way the world sees African Fashion
Mario Rigby crossed Africa by foot and kayak
Meet the man who walked across 8 African countries and is changing what it means to ‘explore’ Africa.
The need for better maternal healthcare in Africa
There are unfortunately too many women in Africa who die in childbirth from preventable causes. We need access to adequate health care and facilities. Africa, we can do better! #IntlMHDay