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BLACKBONE Project: providing D.C. Black women founders with capital access, mental health resources and brick-and-mortar incubator

By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com After winning JPMorgan Chase’s Annual Challenge, the Congress Heights Community Training and Development Center (CHCTDC)  has received a $3 million philanthropic investment to help the project get started.  Earlier this year, CHCTDC created the BLACKBONE Project, an initiative to help D.C. based Black women founders grow and scale

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Kristen Welker: making history as first Black‘Meet The Press’ moderator

Kristen Welker, a former chief White House correspondent, has been with NBC News in Washington since 2011. She was recently named the new host of NBC’s “Meet the Press.” (Photo credit: NNPA Newswire) By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia NBC’s long-standing political panel show, “Meet the Press,” will experience a history-making

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Tupac Shakur receives Walk of Fame star honor in the same month as birthday

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr., AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tupac Shakur received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, just several days before the hip-hop legend’s birthday. The late rapper’s sister, Sekyiwa “Set” Shakur, accepted the star on behalf of their family. During her speech, she shed tears while describing

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Taxpayers advocate for a West Baltimore skatepark and renter protection

By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimore City’s Annual Taxpayer’s Night recently gathered residents, community activists and Charm City newcomers to offer suggestions for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget.  “It’s important that the taxpayers have an opportunity to bring up issues they feel are a concern,” Marvin “Doc” Cheatham, president of the Matthew Henson

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Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII Champions visit White House

By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor The White House welcomed the Kansas City Chiefs for the first time ever on June 5. The visit came after the professional football team’s 38-35 Super Bowl victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Feb. 12. The team has earned the title of Super Bowl champions a total of three

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JerryGreat Music Exalts “The Name JESUS” in New Song: Listen here!

UK-based gospel singer, JerryGreat Music has just released a brand new single titled “The Name Jesus,” available now on digital platforms. The song acknowledges, exalts, and reassures listeners of the power in the name of Jesus. According to JerryGreat Music, the song’s inspiration is drawn from the scripture (Philippians 2:10): “that at the name of

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Bunmi Alase Shares New Single “Ire Kabiti”

Indigenous Nigerian gospel singer, Bunmi Alase releases her new single “Ire Kabiti” (Big Blessing),  available now on all major music streaming platforms. Heavy on African percussion and delivered in Yoruba, the Owen Charles-produced Higlife mid-tempo is a song of declaration and prayer to God for “all-around blessings” in all spheres and ramifications of life. Listen
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Anny Returns with New Song “Running Over”

Gospel music minister and worship leader, Minister Anny re-emerges from a musical hiatus with the release of her eagerly anticipated single titled “Running Over.” Speaking about the new release, Anny said: “‘Running Over’ is a song born out of my experiences of God’s consistent blessings in my life, regardless of the ‘down’ times” “I am
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“I Give” You Everything – Cyndy Amaefule Declares in Heartfelt New Single

Nigerian gospel music singer, Cyndy Amaefule is thrilled to release her highly anticipated new single, “I GIVE”. This soul-stirring track marks the next chapter in Cyndy’s musical journey, following the success of her previous releases. Since embarking on her music career in 2020, Cyndy Amaefule has captivated audiences with her powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.
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“Daalu (Thank You)” – Esther Oji Offers Thanksgiving Worship in New Song

Taking no breaks, Esther Oji delivers yet another new single “Daalu (Thank You)” as she expresses thankfulness to God. This comes fresh on the heels of her well-received “Aka Ngozi” single which dropped barely 2-weeks ago. Accompanied by a music video, “Daalu” (Thank You) is an indigenous thanksgiving worship ballad that celebrates God’s goodness and
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CAC Lagos Metropolitan Choir Set to Stage A World-Class Musical Experience

Christ Apostolic Church Lagos Metropolitan Mass Choir (LMMC), which comprises Akinlyele Region, Pearce Region, and Akiling Region, prepares to host the highly anticipated 2023 Mass Choir Concert. The concert scheduled to hold on Sunday, June 11th, will take place at Christ Apostolic Church, Akiling Regional Headquarters, No. 5 Shiaba Street, Agege Lagos, by 4 p.m.
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