FABRYAN (fa-bri-an) is anything but ordinary. Born not only out of a love for all things fashion, but an appreciation for unique, feminine and alluring …
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With Love From Friends fundraiser in London
How could I refuse? Hi B.W.I.E, I am writing on behalf of With Love From Friends (www.wlff.co.uk), a voluntary organisation which organises events every year …
I asked the members of the Black Women in Europe social network who lived in the UK to share their post-riot thoughts.
I posed the question: The fires may have stopped burning but is the public still fuming? Two ladies agreed to share what they have written. …
CJAJ09-AFRICAN HERITAGE CLOTHING – AJ Taylor in London
AJ Taylor is the woman behind the brand: I’m Ghanaian born and bred but currently residing in the UK, moved here when I was 14 …
New designer Adjoa Osei launches capsule wardrobe in London
July marks the official launch of Adapt by Adjoa Osei, an exclusive and rare collection from London’s newest designer of the same name. Adjoa Osei’s …
Llewella Gideon: Making people laugh for 20 years
Source: Ethnic Now Comedy actress and writer Llewella Gideon is one of the few Black British female comediennes to have gained television recognition throughout her …
Who is Christelle Kedi?
Christelle KEDI is a (zXA.yt) which means “face painter” in nuwaupic language. As a Beffta nominated, ethical make-up and fashion stylist born and raised in …
Tasha Dixon’s Black Fingers
Tasha is a London-based freelance hair technician and make up artist. Visit Black Fingers for more information.
Afridiziak’s triple play
Afridiziak’s Theatre News is an online publication which celebrates African-Caribbean theatre. Afridiziak Gifts and Occasions was launched in September 2010 by Deanne Rowe and Sophia …
anna – qua – ana – Designing in London
From Fashions Finest: Anna is a stylist and a clothing designer based in London. Anna designs for woman of today, for those with a free …
WREATH-LAYING CEREMONY AT THE GRAVE OF MARY SEACOLE
SATURDAY 7th MAY 2011, 11AM: ORGANISED BY THE MARY SEACOLE MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION It is the 30th year of the celebration service that commenced in 1971. …
Margaret Kadi’s Project Sierre Leone straight out of London
I have started a venture called ‘Project Sierra Leone‘ and it is all about empowering the women of Sierra Leone. I was born in Sierra …
Afro Hair Celebreation: My Nappy Roots, the movie
SATURDAY 26 MARCH 3:45 pm Rio Cinema, Dalston My Nappy Roots – A Journey Through Black Hair-itage by Regina Kimbell Doc, 80 min, USA, …
For the first time in history, the city of London will host an event that will showcase fashion which is inspired from Africa, and B.W.I.E™ is a proud media partner.
AFRICA FASHION WEEK DEBUTS IN LONDON OVER 60 DESIGNERS FROM ALL OVER THE CONTINENT OF AFRICA, TO DISPLAY THEIR ORIGINAL AFRICAN FABRICS AND DESIGNS IN …
Million Women Rise in London march against violence against women and children
Buyers and Investors Mission to Jamaica between Monday 24th January and Friday 28th January 2011
The Jamaica Promotions Corporation, JAMPRO, the investment and export/trade facilitation agency of the Government of Jamaica, is pleased to invite your participation in a highly …
Diana Evans, award-winning writer and journalist
Hat tip: Euromight Source: Diana Evans Diana Evans was born in London and spent part of her childhood in Lagos, Nigeria. She studied Media Studies …
Trisha Goddard – The Oprah of the UK?
I had a previous post about Trisha Goddard in England, but the post disappeared. Where it went and how is a mystery to me. But …
Taking Care of Business in the UK Part 10– Dana Celeste Robinson – Knox Robinson Publishing
Dana Celeste Robinson is a University of London PhD candidate, owner of Your Editor and Knox Robinson Publishing. Knox Robinson Publishing is an independent publishing …
Women and Development in Conflict Zones Event at UK Parliament
Hat tip: Sistatalk Women and Development in Conflict Zones Thursday 18 November 2010 House of Lords London SW1A 0PW Panel: 5.30pm to 7.00pm followed by …
2nd Black Youth Achievement Awards in London
Join us for the 2nd ‘Black Youth Achievements – The Awards’ – a night that celebrates the talents, positive actions and achievements of our young …
Join the March for Black Justice on October 13
Africans around the world will march just before Diop’s hearing on Wednesday, October 13. Marches are planned in Philadelphia, Toronto and London, UK so far. …
The Black Cultural Archives in London is hiring
Hat tip: Sista talk Exciting opportunities to make history: Collections, Learning and Fundraising posts at the Black Cultural Archives, London Get your application and more …