The updated eleven-volume series is reshaping how schools in Africa and beyond teach African and diaspora…
Che Che
Che Che is a staff writer at Afro DMV, covering African diaspora culture, community, business, and politics across the DMV region. Afro DMV is dedicated to telling the stories of African immigrant life in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia
King of Ghana’s Ashanti Kingdom Visits Howard University: A Historic Bridge for the DMV Diaspora
The global African diaspora and the vibrant community of Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (the DMV)…
The 10 Best Universities for African Students in the DMV, Ranked for 2026
Choosing a university as an African student is rarely just about rankings. It is about whether…
Dolly Parton Dies at 80: The Country Icon’s Quiet Legacy in Black Music
From investing Whitney Houston royalties in a Black Nashville neighborhood to blessing Beyoncé’s “Jolene,” Parton’s influence…
Unlocking Funding Opportunities: 5 Essential Grants for African Entrepreneurs in the DMV
Operating a business in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region puts African immigrant and first-generation founders…
Angélique Kidjo Hollywood Walk of Fame: African Icon Makes History
Five-time Grammy winner Angélique Kidjo has officially cemented her legacy in stone. On August 18, 2026,…
DMV hip-hop: the sound of DC, Maryland, and Virginia
DMV hip-hop is the distinct regional rap sound of Washington D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia, born…
10 African Embassies in DC You Need to Know
There’s a version of DC that most tourists never see: a stretch of Massachusetts Avenue and…
Cameroon wins first WAFCON title as Washington Spirit’s Monique Ngock is named best player
An incoming Washington Spirit midfielder was named the tournament’s best player, and Cameroon’s championship run is…