A really lovely night on Wednesday 15th November 2023 celebrating my friend Abena Oppong-Asare MP at her political fundraiser. Continue reading “Celebrating Abena Oppong-Asare MP”
Category: Politics
Lord Paul Boateng
At a time when many people’s faith in politics to “do good” is being shattered by current events in the Middle East, hearing from Lord Paul Boateng – with whom I shared a Black History Month panel at London South Bank University – was a tonic.
One of the original pioneering Black Labour MPs who entered the House of Commons in 1987, Lord Boateng reminded students, guests and fellow panellists why activism & justice still matter.
Happy 70th Birthday, Diane Abbott!
A massive HAPPY 70th BIRTHDAY to the Queen of Hackney, political icon, fearless Maroon leader, mentor, friend and the first Black woman elected to the British House of Commons: the Right Honourable Diane Abbott MP!!
UNESCO Day for Remembering the Transatlantic Slave Trade and its Abolition
Incredible afternoon and evening at London City Hall on Wednesday 23rd August 2023 for the Mayor of London’s annual event to commemorate the UNESCO Day for Remembering the Transatlantic Slave Trade and its Abolition. Continue reading “UNESCO Day for Remembering the Transatlantic Slave Trade and its Abolition”
Beneatha’s Place
Congratulations to the magnificent Kwame Kwei-Armah (above centre) for his magnificent play, Beneatha’s Place. Continue reading “Beneatha’s Place”