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Inside Elizabeth and Minnie, the Publishers Taking Diverse Stories to the Screen Tanya Sam and Jeanell English, co-foun...
10/07/2025

Inside Elizabeth and Minnie, the Publishers Taking Diverse Stories to the Screen

Tanya Sam and Jeanell English, co-founders of Elizabeth and Minnie Publishing, are redefining the publishing industry. Their independent Black-female-owned publishing house is committed to amplifying diverse voices and diversifying the entertainment industry by bringing powerful, underrepresented stories to the forefront.

From their humble beginnings to disrupting the status quo, Sam and English are transforming stories into future blockbusters.

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Discover how Elizabeth and Minnie Publishing amplifies diverse voices, bridges books to film, and transforms the publishing industry.

Bowie State University Receives $2.2M Grant to Increase Doctoral FacultyBowie State University’s Department of Nursing h...
09/07/2025

Bowie State University Receives $2.2M Grant to Increase Doctoral Faculty

Bowie State University’s Department of Nursing has secured a historic $2.2 million grant from the Maryland Higher Education Commission to expand its Ph.D. program and address the nationwide nurse educator shortage. This milestone will increase the number of doctoral-prepared nurse faculty and ultimately help meet the growing demand for healthcare professionals. Tap the link below to read the full article.

Bowie State University’s Department of Nursing has been awarded a $2.2 million grant from the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC).

Kenyan BuuPass Secures $20M from Yango Ventures’ Africa-focused FundThe startup, founded by Sonia Kabra and Wyclife Omon...
09/07/2025

Kenyan BuuPass Secures $20M from Yango Ventures’ Africa-focused Fund

The startup, founded by Sonia Kabra and Wyclife Omondi, is reshaping intercity travel with a platform that allows bookings across buses, trains, flights, and parcels, while powering transport operators with critical backend tools.

With over $70M in bookings and 20 million tickets sold across East and Southern Africa, BuuPass is on track to become the API that powers how Africa moves.

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Kenyan mobility technology startup BuuPass has secured a strategic investment from Yango Ventures’ $20 million Africa-focused fund.

Ghanaian Liquify Secures $1.5M to Digitize Trade Finance for African ExportersGhanaian fintech startup Liquify has raise...
07/07/2025

Ghanaian Liquify Secures $1.5M to Digitize Trade Finance for African Exporters

Ghanaian fintech startup Liquify has raised $1.5M in seed funding to transform trade finance for African exporters. Backed by Future Africa and other investors, Liquify is expanding its AI-powered platform to help SMEs turn unpaid invoices into same-day cash — closing the $120B trade finance gap holding back the continent’s most dynamic businesses. Tap the link below read the full story.

Ghanaian Fintech Liquify secures $1.5M in seed equity round to digitize trade finance for African exporters.

Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Foundation Donates $100K Grant to Texas Southern’s Marching BandBeyoncé’s bond with Texas Southern Uni...
04/07/2025

Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Foundation Donates $100K Grant to Texas Southern’s Marching Band

Beyoncé’s bond with Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul Marching Band runs deep — from center stage at the 2024 NFL halftime show to a powerful $100,000 donation from her BeyGOOD Foundation. The gift will fund scholarships, recruitment, retention, and tech upgrades, investing in the future of HBCU musical excellence. Tap the link below to read the full story.

Beyoncé's BeyGOOD foundation has donated $100,000 to Texas Southern University's Ocean of Soul Marching Band.

US-based Lawyer Becomes First Nigerian to Travel to Space“This mission is more than just a trip into space—it’s a call t...
03/07/2025

US-based Lawyer Becomes First Nigerian to Travel to Space

“This mission is more than just a trip into space—it’s a call to inspire future generations,” said Nigerian-born Owolabi Salis, the first Nigerian to travel to space.

A lawyer, author, and advocate for equity, Salis dedicated his Blue Origin flight to victims of discrimination and hopes to spark greater interest in space exploration across Africa.

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Nigerian-born Owolabi Salis was on the six-man crew of Blue Origin’s 13th human spaceflight for the New Shepard program.

Two-year-old Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has once again made history. The toddler from Ghana, who has already made headline...
02/07/2025

Two-year-old Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has once again made history. The toddler from Ghana, who has already made headlines as a Guinness World Record holder, continues to amaze the world. Notably, he already holds the distinguished title of being the youngest male artist ever recognized in 2024. Now, in a remarkable new achievement, he has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Global Child Prodigy Award in Art.

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Ghana’s 2-year-old artist Ace-Liam wins the 2025 Global Child Prodigy Award, spotlighting African talent

Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition launches Fundable Founders Learning Lab to fuel the growth of entrepreneurs across Flo...
01/07/2025

Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition launches Fundable Founders Learning Lab to fuel the growth of entrepreneurs across Florida.

Backed by a $1 million investment from an anonymous donor, the high-impact, 10-week virtual program is part of a two-year statewide initiative to support 500 Florida-based entrepreneurs.

The initiative will provide access to capital, mentorship, expert training, and a robust network at a time when many support systems for small business owners are disappearing.

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Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition launches Fundable Founders Learning Lab to fuel the growth of entrepreneurs across Florida.

A group of West Michigan Black-led economic development organizations has received a $300,000 state grant to keep servin...
30/06/2025

A group of West Michigan Black-led economic development organizations has received a $300,000 state grant to keep serving Black businesses in the area.

Established during the COVID-19 pandemic, the West Michigan Black Economic and Business Development Group comprises Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses, Battle Creek-based Sisters in Business, Black Wall Street Kalamazoo, and Black Wall Street Muskegon.

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A group of West Michigan Black-led economic development organizations has received a $300,000 state grant to keep serving Black businesses in the area.

African unicorn startup Wave has raised a $137 million debt round to bolster its working capital and drive expansion acr...
30/06/2025

African unicorn startup Wave has raised a $137 million debt round to bolster its working capital and drive expansion across existing and new markets.

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) led the round alongside a consortium of global development finance institutions, including British International Investment (BII), Finnfund, and Norfund.

The mobile money startup will use the debt financing to deepen its reach across African markets and offer financial services to more underserved communities.

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African Unicorn startup Wave secures a $137 million debt round to bolster its working capital and expand across existing and new markets.

YC-backed Better Auth Secures $5M to Build a Dev-Friendly Authentication ToolBuilt in Ethiopia, Backed by Silicon Valley...
30/06/2025

YC-backed Better Auth Secures $5M to Build a Dev-Friendly Authentication Tool

Built in Ethiopia, Backed by Silicon Valley

YC-backed Better Auth just raised $5M to transform how developers handle authentication—making it faster, more flexible, and fully dev-friendly. From a bedroom in Addis to global backing, Bereket Engida’s vision is setting a new standard.

Tap the link below to read how this Ethiopian startup is rewriting the rules of auth tech.

Y Combinator-backed Ethiopia's Better Auth has raised $5 million in seed funding to build a dev-friendly authentication tool.

Swedish startup Ankor AI has raised $1.3 million to eliminate manual financial reconciliation in e-commerce.Upfin, a Cop...
26/06/2025

Swedish startup Ankor AI has raised $1.3 million to eliminate manual financial reconciliation in e-commerce.

Upfin, a Copenhagen-based fintech VC, led the round, which included participation from Bust Capital and a host of other prominent angel investors.

The new funding will facilitate Ankor AI’s growth in new products and prepare for its expansion into the UK market.

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Swedish startup Ankor AI has raised $1.3 million to eliminate manual financial reconciliation in e-commerce.

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