The Organization of American States has recently come under pressure to help quash gang violence in Haiti as a U.N.-backed mission led by Kenyan police in the troubled Caribbean country has severely struggled with a lack of funds and personnel. U.S. Department of State officials attending an OAS meeting on Haiti’s security crisis strongly believe […]
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis recently vetoed a bill that was seen in many circles as the most anticipated veto of this year’s legislative session which would have repealed a requirement for a second election to form a union, a provision that’s unique to the state. The veto was expected though, as Polis, a Democrat, had […]
Denver’s plans for its climate change program has recently been called into question following the findings of a recent audit. Taxpayer money, which was specifically raised for climate projects, may have been diverted and misused by city agencies, leaving the effectiveness of funded projects in serious doubt. As reported by the Denver Auditor’s Office, Timothy […]
Democrats, nonprofit advocates and health providers from across Colorado recently slammed U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans’ vote in favor of a Republican plan to reduce Medicaid spending by an estimated $625 billion over the next 10 years. The House Committee on Energy and Commerce advanced the plan — part of a sweeping GOP budget package that […]
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII and the Colorado Freedom Memorial will be honoring the Greatest Generation at the annual Colorado Remembers ceremony on May 24th. Highlights of this year’s remembrance ceremony will include a military flyover, a ceremonial laying of wreaths featuring the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, tolling of […]
Two years ago, Colorado made headlines as the fastest-growing state for Black immigrants, with 400 percent growth from 2000 to 2019, according to a Pew Research Center report. Nationwide, the Caribbean still accounts for the largest share of immigrants, but there has been growing diversity from African countries, with a 348 percent increase from Kenya, […]
Seun Kuti is a Nigerian musician, singer, and songwriter renowned for his captivating performances and socially conscious music. He is the youngest son of the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and has spent most of his life preserving and extending his father’s political and musical legacy as the leader of his father’s former band Egypt […]
The 11th edition Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held in Lagos, Nigeria recently and the event attracted a galaxy of stars from across the continent. The star-studded night which took place at the Eko Hotel and Suites and hosted by IK Osakioduwa, celebrated excellence in African film and television, honouring achievements across 28 […]
In 2025, African films are making waves internationally, with some vying for Oscars and gaining global recognition. Movie lovers are set to be enthralled and fascinated by a stellar lineup of African movies emanating from the Continent. This ranges from thrillers to romance to historical epics to heartwarming comedies. Five movies have been selected out […]
Nigeria will play host to no fewer than 35 countries with different speakers at the 61st Africa Day celebration scheduled for May 24 to May 27 in Abuja. Mr. Young Piero, Coordinator and Director of Parliament, Africa, Caribbean and Pacific Joint Sessions, Africa Union Simulation, disclosed this at a news conference on Wednesday in Abuja. […]