Having announced its intention to do so last year (1), the government of Guyana has now made slain academic and activist Walter Rodney’s tomb and memorial now official national monuments, forty-two years after his assassination. (2) Having established himself as an academic of international repute with works like How Europe…

On October the 29th thousands joined the 24th annual United Families and Friends Campaign (UFFC) procession, demanding justice for those that have died in police (and other state agencies) custody. (1) Among the marchers for the first time this year were the families of Oladeji Omishore and Chris Kaba, who…

As the world of Black History resources continues to grow (1), we highlight one of the most exciting ranges to come on the scene to date, the Black History Activity Books series. Founded by graphic designer Andrew Lindo half a decade ago this innovative, high quality, expertly illustrated and engaging…

We continue our exploration of how we represent out history to our children.  Previously we looked at the role of the institutions, namely our foundation (“supplementary/Saturday”) schools and their dedicated practitioners. Tonight we look at the resources, tools of their trade so to speak – the books. For decades, for…

When the founders of Black History Month in the UK, headed by Baba Akyaaba Addai-Sebo established the event in African Jubilee Year 34 years ago, engaging young people was considered a fundamental tenet. (1) However, when the major institutions backing the event, the Greater London Council, Inner London Education Authority…