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Kevin Durant becomes second-highest paid basketball player of all time

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant is on track to reach a significant financial milestone in the 2023-2024 season by becoming the second-highest basketball player of all time. At 35 years old, Durant is currently playing…

By Oji Ben Ebuka December 27, 2023
Coco Gauff is the highest paid female athlete in 2023.
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Coco Gauff becomes highest paid female athlete in the world

Coco Gauff has officially become the highest-paid female athlete in the world. The 19-year-old tennis star earned $23 million from prize money and endorsements in 2023. This remarkable achievement follows a successful and lucrative year…

By Preta Peace Namasaba December 22, 2023
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From welfare to the boardroom: how Sati Smith became the first Black woman CEO of Detroit’s oldest credit union

Sati Smith, 53, was recently appointed CEO of Detroit’s oldest credit union, Diversified Members Credit Union (DMCU) in a historic move that makes her the first Black woman to lead the credit union in its…

By Preta Peace Namasaba December 12, 2023
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Kwaku Boakye Gyamfi becomes the youngest medical doctor in Ghana at 22

Kwaku Boakye Gyamfi, a 22-year-old from Cape Coast, Ghana, has made history as the youngest medical doctor in the country. Recently, he completed his studies at the School of Medical Sciences at the University of…

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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…

By Kweku Sampson November 16, 2024
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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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EatOkra hosts first-ever Culinary Creatives Conference for Black food entrepreneurs

EatOkra recently launched its inaugural Culinary Creatives Conference, transitioning from a digital platform to an in-person gathering aimed at empowering Black food entrepreneurs. The event took place at the Metropolitan Pavilion in lower Manhattan, showcasing…

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