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New York, NY – Brooklyn-born reggae vocalist Ras Shiloh, celebrated for his timeless hit Are You Satisfied on the La La Bella riddim, has unveiled his latest single, Tweezers. Released on November 22 by Bright Beam Music, the record label helmed by reggae legend Leroy Sibbles, the track is already making waves across the reggae […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Two weeks ago, Watzh You Frenz Records made waves with the release of the first official video from their latest EP, Landscape Riddim. The video, which is available on the label’s newly launched YouTube channel, features the single “ABC” performed by 6-year-old Adanya alongside her father, Rajah Dalla, who is the CEO […]

Kingston, Jamaica – After his release just two months ago, reggae artist Dollarman is already making waves with his latest single, So Tired. The track has earned a spot on The Foundation Radio Network NY Charts, a significant measure of reggae music’s performance in New York and the broader Mid-Atlantic region. Released under 420 Records […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Music distribution powerhouse OneRPM has achieved remarkable success this month, with three of its latest releases dominating the iTunes charts. The albums, which dropped between November 7 and 8, 2024, include Broken Child by Nordia Mothersille, the Dutty Showtime Riddim compilation produced by Sean Paul’s Dutty Rock Productions in collaboration with Mad […]

Toronto, ON – The Hope and Inspiration Gala, hosted by Donor Drive 4 Dorothy (DD4D), is set to take place on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Panemonte Conference Centre in Etobicoke. This special evening aims to raise awareness and funds to expand the Black donor pool in Canada’s stem cell registry, a critical initiative […]

New York, NY – Hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj has once again solidified her position as a powerhouse in the music industry with three prestigious nominations at the Billboard Music Awards. The Trinidadian-born rapper and global superstar has been recognized in the categories of Top Rap Female Artist, Top Rap Touring Artist, and Top Rap Album. […]

LUSAKA, Zambia – Barbra Banda, Zambia’s celebrated football star, has added another accolade to her illustrious career by winning the prestigious BBC Footballer of the Year award. The announcement has sparked a wave of pride across Zambia, with President Hakainde Hichilema leading the tributes. In a tweet on November 26, 2024, President Hichilema congratulated Banda […]

KISUMU CITY, Kenya — President William Samoei Ruto has commended the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) for its innovative approaches to advancing credit and fostering collaboration among Sub-Saharan countries, aligning with the objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the Fourth African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) Investment Conference held in Kisumu City, […]

Toronto, Canada – The Honourable Marci Ien, Canada’s Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, has officially launched the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, a global initiative aimed at addressing and eradicating violence against women and girls. In a statement on social media, Minister Ien emphasized the urgency of collective action, […]

Toronto, Canada — The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Canada’s Minister of International Development, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering equity and prosperity for all Canadians by meeting with Toronto-based organizations supporting Black, racialized, and refugee communities. The discussion, held on November 25, 2024, focused on strategies to improve employment opportunities for Black youth and remove barriers […]