The 2024 Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, dazzled with an explosion of cultural pride and rich Ijebu traditional heritage. Held on the third day following Eid al-Kabir (Ileya), this annual celebration drew crowds of people from near and far, lighting up social media with loads of mesmerizing photos and videos that still have people in awe. Themed […]
In 2020, a startling revelation about language barriers in global online bookstores led to the creation of Batazia, an ambitious project aimed at revolutionizing access to knowledge in Africa. When the world’s largest online bookstore refused to sell three ebooks Barbara Gwanmesia had translated into isiXhosa, isiZulu, and Kiswahili due to a lack of language support, she was stunned. […]
In 2024, we stand at a pivotal moment for the future of African children. Bold and Beautiful Magazine International calls upon governments, communities, and individuals across the continent to make education a priority for every child of African origin, regardless of their situation, abilities, or disabilities. Education is not a privilege but a fundamental right. It is the bedrock […]
Zambian women’s football sensation Racheal Kundananji has made history by breaking the world transfer record with her groundbreaking move to the United States National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) to join Bay FC. The 23-year-old forward’s transfer from Real Madrid CFF to Bay FC in California is valued at an unprecedented $860,000 (£685,000), setting a new benchmark in women’s football […]
Emmanuel Mensah Agbeble, known in the creative world as APMWORLD, is a Ghanaian-born creative entrepreneur who has carved a niche for himself in New York City. As a multimedia creative director, Agbeble tells compelling stories through his diverse body of work, blending cultural heritage with contemporary aesthetics. His journey from Accra to the global stage is a testament to […]
Alex Mativo, born on April 21, 1994, is a visionary Kenyan entrepreneur and fashion designer. He is the founder and CEO of E-LAB, a groundbreaking company dedicated to eradicating electronic waste in Africa by transforming it into innovative products for the fashion and interior design industry. Additionally, Mativo is the recipient of the prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award, recognizing […]
Theo Baloyi, born and bred in Pretoria, transitioned from a successful career at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to becoming an influential entrepreneur. With a professional background in accounting, Theo spent five years at PwC, working in asset management, strategy, and financial management. His tenure included two years in South Africa and three years in the Middle East, specifically in Dubai and […]
In 2010, Portia Mngomezulu embarked on a transformative journey that would lead her to become the founder of Portia M Skin Solutions, a company specializing in skincare products crafted from indigenous African oils. The inspiration for her business came after the birth of her child, when her mother-in-law recommended marula oil to treat her stretch marks. Intrigued by its […]
Chelsea Manalo, a 24-year-old with a Filipino mother and African American father, made history in 2024 as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines. Her victory, celebrated widely on social media, is seen as a significant step towards redefining beauty standards in the country. Representing Bulacan, a province north of Manila, Manalo emerged victorious over 52 […]
Adefolakunmi (Fola) Adenugba, a visionary leader in the art world, founded ISE-DA, an innovative art advisory and media platform dedicated to supporting international Black contemporary art. Adenugba’s mission is to foster a connected community that is passionate, knowledgeable, and engaged with art from across the African Diaspora. Her academic journey at Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of […]
