Video: President Macky Sall – U.S. Africa Business Forum – New York
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2nd “U.S.-Africa Business Forum” begins in New York City
Bloomberg Philanthropies and the U.S. Department of Commerce are co-hosting the second U.S.-Africa Business Forum, a day focused on increased trade and investment between the U.S. and African nations on September 21, 2016 at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan. … Read More
Africa-America Institute to honor Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive, Dangote Group
During the opening week of the United Nations General Assembly, The Africa-America Institute will celebrate and recognize the dedication and achievements of Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive, Dangote Group, Stephen Hayes, CEO of the Corporate Council on Africa and … Read More
African Communities Together urges Homeland Security Secretary Johnson to renew TPS for Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone
On Monday September 19, at 10 a.m., African Communities Together will host a rally on Foley Square to urge Homeland Security Secretary Johnson to renew TPS for Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. In 2014, President Obama enacted Temporary Protected Status … Read More
NYC School Finder to facilitate high school enrollment process
Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña announced this week the launch of NYC School Finder (schoolfinder.nyc.gov), a new, easy-to-use online tool that lets users search New York City’s hundreds of high school choices by school name, keyword, location, size, and more. NYC … Read More
Mayor de Blasio’s remarks at Eid al-Adha prayer service
Mayor de Blasio joined yesterday Muslim New Yorkers during their Eid al-Adha prayer service in Jamaica, Queens. These are his remarks : “Thank you for giving me the honor of joining you for this beautiful gathering. I want to thank … Read More
Millions of Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha today!
Millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating today the “Festival of the Sacrifice” also called Eid al-Adha in Arabic. Eid al-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son to prove his devotion to God. During the celebration an … Read More
New York City kicks off Fashion Week
New York City kicked off yesterday New York Fashion Week (NYFW) with a robust, month-long marketing campaign that invested over half a million dollars to promote the City’s booming design and manufacturing sectors, reinforces the expanded Made in NY: Fashion … Read More
African Advisory meeting to feature presentation on I-601 to get a green card
The African Advisory Council of the Bronx will host its monthly meeting today at 6:30 pm at the Bronx County Supreme court (Room 915) located at 851 Grand Concourse with a special emphasis on a new way to request a … Read More
Earl Nash’s family statement on Mamadou Diallo’s case
We the family of Earl Nash remain deeply saddened by the events that transpired on May 30, 2016. To know that Earl was part of this tragedy is truly devastating to us all. The Earl Nash shown in the hallway … Read More
Mamadou Diallo will not be prosecuted in death of wife’s attempted rapist
Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark today announced that 61-year-old Bronx resident Mamadou Diallo will not be prosecuted in the death of Earl Nash he had beaten for trying to rape his wife in their apartment. District Attorney Clark … Read More
HCDC to host free social media seminar on September 8
Harlem Community Development Corporation is hosting a free social media seminar for entrepreneurs on September 8, 2016 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the State Office Building in Harlem. The topics discussed will include: -Identifying your audience -Defining … Read More
Fashion: BRAG 2017 summer internship program application now open!
BRAG is giving current sophomores and juniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA and an interest in the business of fashion, retail or related industries the opportunity to jumpstart their career with a summer internship at one of its top-tier … Read More
How to prepare for Tropical Storm Hermine
Mayor Bill De Blasio urged New Yorkers to prepare for potential impacts of Hermine, now considered a Post-Tropical Cyclone. While it is considered “Post-Tropical,” Hermine remains a powerful storm with significant hazards. The National Weather Service has issued a … Read More
Howard Hewett of Shalamar Rocked the Boat at HCCI’s 11th Jamboree Benefit Dinner Cruise!
On Thursday August 18, 2016, Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement, Inc. (HCCI) held its 11th Jamboree!: A Soulful Extravaganza on the Hudson, on board the Hornblower Infinity yacht. Jamboree hosted approximately 300 guests and featured a special performance by celebrated … Read More
Alicia Keys gets tested for HIV/AIDS at Harlem Hospital
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Alicia Keys’ organization KCA to honor Clive Davis at 13th annual Black Ball
Keep a Child Alive (KCA) announced that Clive Davis will receive its Humanitarian Award at the 13th annual Black Ball held on Wednesday, October 19 at the Manhattan Center/Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. This year’s event aims to reignite … Read More
“The Hearts of Darkness, How White Writers Created the Racist Image of Africa” gets a second edition
\ The publisher of The Black Star News, Milton Allimadi, hosted a signing of the second edition of his book “The Hearts of Darkness, How White Writers Created the Racist Image of Africa” on August 27, at Nicholas in Brooklyn. The … Read More
HCCI’s Small Business Development Institute accepting applications for free Fall Term 2016
Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement’s Small Business Development Institute is accepting applications for its free Fall Term 2016. HCCI is targeting individuals looking to open and those who already have a business. The program will take place every Monday and Wednesday … Read More
New IDNYC pop-up enrollment center opens in the Bronx at Soundview Library
The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) and IDNYC, The New York Public Library, Council Member Annabel Palma, and Assembly member Marcos Crespo celebrated the opening of a new IDNYC pop-up enrollment center at Soundview Library on Tuesday, August … Read More