BookTok has taken over, Black literature is thriving, and social reading is more popular than ever. If you’re looking for your next great read, we’ve got you covered! Social reading is back, with more people in their twenties taking an interest in books and joining social clubs. Terms like BookTok and Black Reads are trending,Continue reading “Your Guide to the Best Books by Black Authors.”
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Henna Is How We Wear Our Roots
Across Africa, henna has long been a part of celebration, spirituality, and self-expression. For thousands of years, this natural dye – made from the leaves of the Lawsonia inermis plant – has been painted onto the skin during weddings, religious festivals, and other important life events. But today, henna is more than just a traditionContinue reading “Henna Is How We Wear Our Roots”
The Brazilian Quarter: A Story of Return, Resilience and Cultural Unity.
Hidden in the heart of Lagos Island lies a neighbourhood with a powerful story, a place known as the Brazilian Quarter, or Popo Aguda. What makes this area so unique is it’s legacy of a people who were kidnapped and taken across the Atlantic in chains, found freedom, and returned home carrying their memories, culture,Continue reading “The Brazilian Quarter: A Story of Return, Resilience and Cultural Unity.”
Did You Know Today Is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination?
Today, we recognise the global struggle against racism, especially anti-Black racism, and demand that governments take real and meaningful action to end it. This day is a call to action. A call to build a world where Black communities live free from racism, discrimination, and oppression. A world where we can live in dignity, withContinue reading “Did You Know Today Is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination?”
Iyanu: Child of Wonder and the Legacy of African Storytelling
Storytelling is a bridge between generations, a vessel for history, and a powerful tool of cultural preservation. In Africa, storytelling has long been the foundation of knowledge transfer, shaping identities and reinforcing values through oral traditions. Now, with Iyanu: Child of Wonder, a groundbreaking animated series deeply rooted in Yoruba mythology, African storytelling is reachingContinue reading “Iyanu: Child of Wonder and the Legacy of African Storytelling”
Senegal’s Decolonial Revolution: Lat Dior’s Legacy and Fanon’s Vision in Action
History is not a passive recollection of the past; it is a force that shapes the present and determines the future. Senegal, a nation once at the heart of France’s colonial empire, is now leading the movement to reclaim its sovereignty and reject the lingering grip of colonialism. Under the leadership of President Bassirou DiomayeContinue reading “Senegal’s Decolonial Revolution: Lat Dior’s Legacy and Fanon’s Vision in Action”
Preserving Culture, Resisting Erasure: BLAM UK Stands in Solidarity with Global Struggles
In a world where cultural traditions are increasingly under threat, movements for resistance and preservation are more vital than ever. At BLAM UK, we stand in unwavering solidarity with the struggles faced by communities in Africa, the Caribbean, South America, and across the African diaspora. These struggles, rooted in a shared history of colonisation andContinue reading “Preserving Culture, Resisting Erasure: BLAM UK Stands in Solidarity with Global Struggles”
Ethiopia: Reclaiming Africa’s Place in the Story of Christmas
As Christmas approaches on 25th December for much of the world, let us turn our attention to Ethiopia, a nation where Christmas or Ganna, as it is called, is celebrated on 7th January. But Ganna isn’t just a festive day on the Ethiopian calendar. It’s a powerful reminder of Africa’s central role in the originsContinue reading “Ethiopia: Reclaiming Africa’s Place in the Story of Christmas”
From Heartfelt Storytelling to Black Girl Magic: How Doechii’s NPR Tiny Desk Performance Redefined Representation, Empowered Dark-Skinned Women, and Made Music History
Doechii’s recent NPR Tiny Desk performance was nothing short of mesmerising—a heartfelt, powerful, and revolutionary moment that left audiences spellbound. Among the standout moments was her soul-stirring performance of Black Girl Memoir, a poignant and deeply personal ode dedicated to Black women. Through her searing lyrics and emotive delivery, Doechii captured her journey of growingContinue reading “From Heartfelt Storytelling to Black Girl Magic: How Doechii’s NPR Tiny Desk Performance Redefined Representation, Empowered Dark-Skinned Women, and Made Music History”
Haka and the Black Struggle: United in Resistance
A powerful moment of protest in Aotearoa (New Zealand) recently captured global attention. Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke, the youngest Māori MP at just 22 years old, made headlines when she performed the Haka in Parliament while tearing up a copy of the controversial Treaty Principles Bill. Her act of defiance against the bill, introduced by the ACTContinue reading “Haka and the Black Struggle: United in Resistance”
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