Tapestries detail Black stories in UK & beyond
Paula Ogun Hector and visitors at an exhibition of the World War II tapestry, one of a series of works. […]
Buying Black around the UK
Chocolates by the pound, displayed in Dark Sugars window in Brick Lane in London. Photo: Lisette Felix. Living BY Lisette
BlessBless: Faith and Finding “The One”
Thompson Dugbo (right) interacts with participants at a BlessBless event. Courtesy photo. Living BY OLIVE VASSELL When Thompson Dugbo sought
Singer-songwriter steps into the spotlight
Chante-Marie Berry-Gordon, a talented singer-songwriter, is finding success . Photo: Lisette Felix Arts BY LISETTE FELIX East London songwriter, Chante-Marie
Exercise is key as you age
Gym manager Jordan Darbasi gives advice on keeping fit as you age. Photo: Lisette Felix. WellBeing By Lisette Felix About
Tips for buying your first home
Longtime estate agent Paul Henry has plenty of tips for home buyers. Photo: Olive Vassell. Living BY OLIVE VASSELL Buying
Liverpool: The UK’s oldest Black community
Former sailor Charles Wootton who was killed during Liverpool’s race riots in 1919 is featured in a tour of Black
4 days on the French Riviera
The writer standing outside the Casino Royal in Monaco. Photo: Nadine Sandford. History By Lisette Felix I hadn’t seen my
This is my Black London
The Black Cultural Archives in South London is devoted to the histories of people of African and Caribbean descent in
Tour walks through Edinburgh’s Black history
Heritage educator and writer, Lisa Williams at a stop on the Black History Tour Edinburgh that uncovers transatlantic histories and
More than just hair
Maria-Josee Mampuya Yonda, owner of Josee Professional Braiding Studio, styles client’s hair. Photo: Lisette Felix. Wellbeing BY LISETTE FELIX Hair
Mum Naomi Agyekum is raising entrepreneurs
Naomi Agyekum with her own business product – handmade face masks and matching bags. Courtesy photo. Entrepreneurship BY LISETTE FELIX
Efua’s Magic Stew serves up fun & folklore
Author Angela Ackah-McIntyre signing books for young fans at a reading. Courtesy photo. History by OLIVE VASSELL Sweet stories of
Una Marson: a media pioneer
Una Marson was an early 20th-century pioneer in media and social issues. Courtesy photo. History by bbrit project A well-known
David Wej: A fashion brand on the rise
David Eweje’s West End shop reflects his heritage and love of colour. Photo: Lisette Felix. Entrepreneurship BY LISETTE FELIX Nigerian-born
Joyce Fraser: Celebrating Black heroes
Dr. Joyce Fraser, OBE, founder of the Black Heroes Foundation. Photo: Karwai Tang. Community By Olive Vassell When Joyce Fraser
Inside London’s only St. Lucian bakery
Julius Monero standing outside the family’s Rainbow Bakery Photo: Daniel Monero. Food BY LISETTE FELIX Julius Monero is rushing his
Women mark Hastings’ Black presence
An exhibition documenting the life of Margaret Sullivan, a flower seller in Hastings at the turn of the 20th century.
Shoes glorious designer shoes
Schanice Ramsay and her mum, Janna, in their designer shoes. Photo: Lisette Felix Fashion by LISETTE FELIX My friend Marlene
Two organisations honour Leicester’s Black community
The African Caribbean Centre in Highfields, Leicester. Photo: Olive Vassell Community By Olive Vassell Black people have had a long
Exploring the history of Black British TV
Bermudian-born Earl Cameron was a pioneer of British television, who had a small part in the docudrama, A Man from
Somalis thrive in the UK
Labour Councillor Awale Olad represents Camden in London. Courtesy Photo: Council of Somali Organisations. Community BY BBRIT PROJECT The United
Windrush fashion left its marks on UK style
Gregoire and Margaret Felix, shortly after arriving at Tilbury in 1957. Courtesy photo. Fashion by LISETTE FELIX I don’t know
Vegan trailblazer amplifies Black voices
Susanne Kirlew, “Kirly-Sue” on her popular YouTube show. Courtesy photo. Food BY OLIVE VASSELL In the UK’s rich culinary landscape,
Tudor Britain’s Black population
A Westminster Tournament Roll in 1511, almost certainly showing John Blanke wearing a green turban latticed with yellow. Courtesy photo.
Ex-dancer inspires children through ballet
Mark Elie teaches pupils at his ballet school in London. Courtesy photo. Arts BY LISETTE FELIX With his tall slender
New museum will honour the Windrush generation
A plaque honouring the leaders of the Bristol Bus Boycott is in the city’s bus station. Courtesy photo. Culture by
The boycott that changed UK civil rights
A plaque honouring the leaders of the Bristol Bus Boycott is in the city’s bus station. Courtesy photo. History by
Honouring Black Britain’s contribution
Nubian Jak Community Trust founder and head Jak Beula with a plaque marking the site where a Bob Marley and
Enjoying Sunday dinner – Caribbean style
Janna Nordrick with a typical Sunday dinner spread. Photo: Lisette Felix. Food BY LISETTE FELIX The glorious aroma of creamy,
Designer’s carnival fashion reflects trend
M’Wafrica Haynes shows off a recent design. Courtesy photo. Fashion by LISETTE FELIX Up-and-coming clothing designer M’wafrica Haynes’s signature work
Book details author’s birth experience surviving against the odds
Danielle Vassell’s new book is based on her own experience of being born prematurely. Photo: Geraldine Vassell Wellbeing BY BBRIT
Fun and fashion on ‘girl’s’ trip to Turkey
Trip participants Janna and Paulette in a village at the summit of the Taurus Mountains making a wish at the
Living with style in Black UK homes
Eva Sonaike’s collection with Soho Home was inspired by the botanical gardens in Ghana. Courtesy photo. Living by bbrit project
Life changing health crisis inspires new business
Nicola Corbin enjoys her neck band fan at home. Courtesy Photo. Entrepreneurship by LISette felIX If “necessity is the mother
Books reveal the UK’s Black presence
Jim Famurewa’s book, Settlers, Journeys Through the Food, Faith and Culture of Black African London, focuses on this growing community.
The Caribbean “medicine cabinet” is full of natural remedies
Fruits like pineapple and vegetables like okra, ginger and garlic are good natural remedies. Photo: Lisette Felix. Wellbeing by LISETTE
African restaurants enjoy Michelin stars
The delicious and surprising jollof rice with Heresford beef, Shito XO and purple carrot. Photo: Olive Vassell. Food BY OLIVE
Royal Ascot Black British style!
The author with a friend at Royal Ascot 2023. Courtesy photo. Culture by LISETTE FELIX It’s time for another year
Dreading The Map: Recreating the Black presence in Europe
Sonia Barrett and the “map-lective,” in the Map Room of the Royal Geographical Society in London. Courtesy photo. Arts by
Entrepreneur helps young people find business success
Dennis-Owusu-Sem. Courtesy photo. Entrepreneurship by bbrit project When entrepreneur Dennis Owusu-Sem launched his minority, youth-focused organization Success Talks UK in
Elisabeth Welch: A timeless icon
Elizabeth Welch was also one of the first artists to perform on British television. Courtesy photo. History by bbrit project
Today’s travellers want the unknown
UK-based Nadine and Gee enjoyed discovering the unfamiliar attractions in Romania and Turkey. Courtesy photo. Travel By Lisette Felix “There
New book about Black Europe features London
This pioneering book features Black communities in eight European cities. Courtesy photo. Culture by bbrit project London-born Black Brit journalist
Mia Morris: Living the history
Mia Morris is committed to making Black history accessible. Courtesy photo. Community By Olive Vassell Black history is not a
Samarge Hamilton talks first serious stage part
Actor Samarge Hamilton outside the Richmond Theatre. Photo: Lisette Felix. Arts By Lisette Felix It was beginning to get dark
London’s Black murals
London is home to many Black murals and other street art. Courtesy photo. Arts by bbrit project The UK’s capital