Photos: Meta and the Cornerstones – Summerstage 2011
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US issues new visa photos requirements
The US State Department issued on Friday new requirements for those applying for American visas and passports effective November 1, 2016. “Beginning November 1, 2016, applicants for US passports and visas must remove their glasses for their application photos. This … Read More
New UN chief Antonio Guterres lists key priorities
UN Secretary-General-designate Antonio Guterres has said he would focus on bringing peace to conflict zones, and work towards alleviating the suffering of vulnerable people around the world, particularly refugees. “The United Nations has the moral duty and the universal right … Read More
Friends of the Congo to host all-day forum to commemorate victims of conflict in the DRC
Friends of the Congo, the African Great Lakes Action Network, and other members of the African Great Lakes Coalition are hosting an all-day forum on Saturday, October 15, 2016, to commemorate the victims of the conflict in the Democratic Republic … Read More
The Africa-America Institute recognizes US-Africa private sector at 2016 Annual Awards Gala
By Isseu Diouf Campbell During the United Nations General Assembly, the Africa-America Institute celebrated and recognized the extraordinary dedication and pioneering achievements of US and African leaders at the AAI 2016 Annual Awards Gala. The 2016 Honorees were Aliko … Read More
Photos: Red Carpet Africa-America Institute 2016 Annual Awards Gala
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Photos: Tracy Reese Spring Summer 2O12 – New York Fashion Week
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Photos: Jewel by Lisa – Arise Made in Africa NY 2011
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Photos: Pierre Antoine Vettorello – Arise Made in Africa NY 2011
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Photos: Asibelua – Arise Made in Africa NY 2011
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Photos: Backstage – Harlem’s Fashion Row 2011
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Africa Week 2016: UN, AU and African governments to foster partnerships for continental growth
The UN will hold this week a four-day conference in New York to foster partnerships between the UN and the African Union (AU), and with African governments to enhance sustainable development, good governance, peace and stability in Africa. The conference … Read More
UN expert expresses concern over Yahoo aided US e-mail surveillance
UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, David Kaye on Friday said reports that Yahoo complied with US intelligence demands by searching the e-mails of hundreds of millions of customers … Read More
NYC kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month with “NYC Go Purple” Day
Mayor Bill de Blasio, First Lady Chirlane McCray and Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence Commissioner Cecile Noel joined yesterday elected officials from across the five boroughs – including co-chairs of the Women’s Caucus, Council Members Laurie A. Cumbo, and … Read More
Student Voter Registration Day goes to NYC Schools
The New York Immigration Coalition, in partnership with New York City Council, NYC Votes, and the New York City Department of Education is hosting today, October 6, 2016, a Student Voter Registration Day (SVRD) in sixteen high schools across New … Read More
NAACP New York State Conference to host 80th Anniversary Benefit Gala today
The NAACP New York State Conference (NAACP NYSC), under the leadership of Hazel N. Dukes, will be celebrating its 80th Anniversary by hosting its Benefit Gala on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel. The … Read More
Mayor Bill de Blasio signs legislation increasing transparency and accountability around M/WBE contracting
On September 28, Mayor Bill de Blasio signed into law 6 pieces of legislation relating to M/WBEs– Intros. 923-A, 976-A, 981-B, 1005-A, 1019-A and 1020-A, in relation to increasing accountability and access for the city’s M/WBEs. “These bills bring us … Read More
Photos: First African Food Festival at Brooklyn’s Navy Pier
Chefs Pierre Thiam, Marie-Claude Mendy, Coco Reinharz, Zinyusile Khumbula, Melchizedek Mensah, and Grace Odogbili presented some of their signature dishes during the first African Food Festival held at Brooklyn’s Navy Pier last August. Related Images:
Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit to host voter registration and civic engagement training for African youth
In an effort to increase voter registration within the African community, the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit, along with NYC agencies and community organizations are holding a voter registration and civic engagement training for African youth (ages 15 & up) on … Read More
FACE Africa to host 3rd Annual Goals for Water: Charity Soccer Match in NYC
FACE Africa is hosting its 3rd Annual Goals for Water: Charity Soccer Match in New York City on Saturday October 1, 2016 at 11a.m. on Randall’s Island Sunken Garden Field 90. The soccer game will raise awareness and funds to … Read More