By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com TD Bank is awarding 10 $1-million grants to organizations across the country that are working to mitigate the housing affordability crisis. The sixth annual TD Ready Challenge targets nonprofits designing innovative solutions that address systemic barriers and increase access to affordable housing. Applications for the challenge close on
Award-winning Christian urban artist, Drakare, renowned for his rap versatility and delivery on records, teams up with Greatman Takit (a rapper, singer, and poet) to deliver a distinctive new single “Crown,” available now on digital platforms. The two rappers prove they’re a formidable force on the song as they share a strong message glorifying God
Following her remarkable victory as winner of the Gospel Groove Talent Quest, LABISI releases “Olodumare,” her debut single and effort under Eezee Global. The spirit-lifting indigenous-flavored song was introduced during her performance at the GGTQ season one Grand Finale. With “Olodumare,” LABISI delivered a profound message of praise, offering heartfelt adoration to God and recognizing Him
Gospel music minister and exceptional vocal artist, Sarah Udeogu, unveils her new single, “Nara Ekele” (Take All The Praise), a heartfelt anthem produced by Spirit-Vybes. Titled in the Igbo language, spoken in Nigeria’s Eastern region, “Nara Ekele” which is accompanied by a video projects a sound of gratitude to God, acknowledgment of His greatness, and
Mark Hubbard and the Voices release ‘For the Rest of My Life’ from the upcoming new album on HezHouse Entertainment. *“The lives you will touch,” said Grammy-nominated Mark Hubbard about his music ministry, and the release of a new single “For the Rest of My Life” from him and his choir The Voices, with Reginald
Drake (Paul R Giunta-Invision-AP) *A fan jumped on stage while Drake spoke with the Austin, Texas crowd, causing Champagne Papi to shove the young man. In full Bon Qui Qui mode, Drake called for security because they were not securing his safety. Eventually, one guard strolled up the stairs and grabbed the fan, displeasing the
Ice-T – GettyImages *Ice-T has teamed up with global healthcare giant Sanofi for a horror-themed flu vaccine campaign called “The Season.” “The Season” may look like a trailer for a new thriller, but it’s actually a health warning from Ice-T about flu season. Apparently, the flu will be making a grim return this fall and
*(CNN) — Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck may have started something. Singer Ashanti and Rapper Nelly are back together more than 20 years after they were first a couple. The pair who were first linked in 2003 and split up a decade later. Both confirmed that they are once again an item. Ashanti attended Tuesday
*Dollar Tree and Dollar General stores are hurting the financial health of Chicago’s South and West sides, according to Crain’s Chicago Business. Despite being convenient, such stores aren’t Black-owned, which means the money spent by locals doesn’t stay in the neighborhood. Full-service grocery stores are severely lacking in these same areas. “[Those stores] take resources
Awakening Foundation announces the dates of TobyMac’s Hits Deep 2024 Tour. Supported by K-LOVE, Air1, Altrua Healthshare, and Food for the Hungry, the 30-city run kicks off on January 26 and will run through March 23.