On Tuesday, 26 November, the Heinrich Böll Foundation in Berlin will host a presentation of Henning Melber’s latest book, The Long Shadow of German Colonialism: Amnesia, Denialism, Revisionism. At the beginning of the 20th century, the German Empire was one of the largest colonial powers, yet its colonial legacy remains under explored in public consciousness. For decades, narratives of German …

On Saturday, 26 October, the dynamic partnership between Black Business Matters and SIPAB (Strengthening the International Presence of African Business) will present an exciting opportunity for Black entrepreneurs and businesses to connect, share ideas and foster meaningful relationships. The event, taking place in Berlin, aims to bring together Black business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals to form lasting business connections and …

Berlin witnessed a momentous occasion on the evening of 16 October 2024 as Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the dynamic mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, received the prestigious German Africa Award 2024. The President of the German Bundestag, Bärbel Bas, presented the award at the Allianz Forum, before an audience of about 180 guests, including influential figures from politics, business and civil society. …