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After similar promise by Akon, Idris Elba wants to build a smart city in Sierra Leone

British Hollywood star Idris Elba will be pioneering an “eco-city” in the West African state of Sierra Leone, he has revealed. The venue for the smart city is a small island of the Sierra Leonean…

By Nii Ntreh March 19, 2024
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David Harris, first Black pilot to fly a commercial plane for a major airline, passes on at 89

David E. Harris, the first Black pilot to fly a commercial plane for a major airline and the first Black man to achieve the rank of Pilot Captain for a major U.S. commercial airline, has…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 18, 2024
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From working out of his bedroom, Charles David Moody has built a construction firm that has completed nearly $3 billion in work

In debt and struggling to make ends meet, Charles David Moody did not have anything to lose when he set out to establish his own construction company in 1988. He took out a loan with…

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United by tragedy, these long lost sisters have built the largest Black-owned wine company in the United States

Growing up 7,000 miles apart, sisters AndrĂ©a and Robin McBride had no idea the other one existed for the first half of their lives. They were united by tragedy and discovered their mutual love for…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 16, 2024

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Dr. Juliette aims to transform healthcare access in Africa as Mercy Ships diplomatic ambassador

Dr. Juliette M. Tuakli is embarking on a new chapter in her mission to improve healthcare across Africa, having recently been appointed as the Diplomatic Ambassador for Mercy Ships. With her extensive experience in healthcare…

By Kweku Sampson November 16, 2024
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[WATCH] 30 trailblazing Industry leaders honored at the BlackStars Experience Gala in New York City

Gotham Hall, nestled in the heart of Broadway, New York City, transformed into a hub of celebration and excellence as the BlackStars Experience Gala honored 30 trailblazing Black industry leaders. This annual event, held on…

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2024 BlackStars Experience convenes over 2,000 professionals and industry leaders for three days of learning, connections and inspiration in NYC

The BlackStars Experience 2024, hosted by PanaGenius, brought together leaders, innovators, and community members for a transformative event in New York City, celebrating Black achievement, diversity, and leadership across sectors. From inspiring panels to networking…

By Kweku Sampson November 12, 2024
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How these friends turned a casual conversation at a barbecue into a $2 billion dollar firm

With over $2.2 billion in assets under management, GenNx360 Capital Partners is one of the nation’s largest Black-owned private equity firms. The New York based firm focuses on acquiring middle-market business services and industrial companies…

By Preta Peace Namasaba November 3, 2024
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