Nigerian Christian Rapper and Hip Hop sensation, Protek Illasheva finally drops his highly-anticipated single, “Cast Am Out” featuring Afrogospel sensation Oba Reengy and the foremost Gospel DJ Horphuray. Produced by Tbabz, “Cast Am Out” is a blend of Highlife & Drill Music that buttresses our rights as believers, echoing the authority we have in Christ.
7-time Stellar Award-winning gospel icon, VaShawn Mitchell releases “Work Together,” the second single from his upcoming album. This follows the first single “See the Goodness” featuring Donnie McClurkin that is currently growing on Billboard. Inspired by the famous scripture Romans 8:28, the song is an up-tempo groove that reminds listeners that “all things work together
Gospel music minister Gabriel Eziashi teams up with AfroLife artiste Henrisoul to deliver a new single “EMMANUEL,” accompanied by its official video. The Afrocentric midtempo is a song of testimony and thanksgiving, celebrating God’s goodness, faithfulness, and grace. Already making waves, “EMMANUEL” is sure to stir up a mood for thanksgiving and praise for God’s
“My Worship” hails as the first single from Mali Music’s forthcoming album titled, God Be Praised. A journey through where we are and where we’re going, the eclectic body of work is navigated by love and thought-provoking messages that affirm God’s power and his children’s place in the Kingdom. The evolution of Mali Music is
Rising singer and songwriter Elhae has returned with “Numb,” his first song produced by Rascal since the first installment of his Aura trilogy. TAVE, a Grammy-nominated producer, is also involved in the production process. On “Numb,” Elhae sings about his one-sided relationship, expressing how his once fully committed lover has become cold and detached towards
By DaQuan Lawrence, Special to the AFRO The International Civil Society Working Group (ICSWG) for the United Nations (UN) Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (PFPAD) recently convened at the Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Education Center in Harlem. The meeting took place prior to the second assembly of the new
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com By Deborah Bailey, AFRO Contributing Editor, Dbailey@afro.com Leaders from around the state of Maryland are vying for a senate seat set to be vacated by Sen. Ben Cardin next year. Cardin has served the community as a political figure for over 56 years. “I think we’ll see who
By Kavish Harjai, Associated Press The massive federal effort to expand internet access to every home in the U.S. took a major step forward on June 16 with the announcement of $930 million in grants to shore up connections in remote parts of Alaska, rural Texas and dozens of other places where significant gaps in
By Aziah Siid, Word in Black It’s a split-second decision. While browsing the aisles, a kid slips something into her pocket. Or, after school, he throws a punch without thinking about what comes after. But what’s coming are life-altering consequences. Whether it’s a juvenile misdemeanor or offense, students have to face the reality that part
By Emily Wagster Pettus, The Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Civil rights icon James Meredith fell outside the Mississippi Capitol on June 25 at an event marking his 90th birthday, but he suffered no visible injuries and was resting comfortably at home later. Meredith leaned onto an unsecured portable lectern as he stood to