Tag Archives: Black British people

17Jun/26

Celebrating 30 Years of MOBO: The Visionary Legacy and Enduring Impact of Kanya King

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The Architect of Cultural Justice: Remembering MOBO Awards Founder Kanya King CBE

Wed, Jun 17 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Kanya King CBE, the visionary founder and CEO of the MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards, passed away on June 3, 2026, at the age of 57 following a courageous battle with colon cancer. Remembered as a fearless champion and an “architect of cultural justice,” King fundamentally transformed the United Kingdom’s creative landscape by shifting Black British music from marginalized subcultures to the mainstream. Continue reading →

06Dec/24

I research race in politics – Kemi Badenoch’s views on inequality should worry Black Britons

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Michael Bankole, Royal Holloway University of London

Kemi Badenoch has become the first Black leader of a UK-wide political party. But her ascent is unlikely to translate into meaningful gains for Black Britons.

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16Jun/24

Queenie is a rejection of the ‘strong Black woman’ stereotype – and a celebration of ‘messy’ quarter life

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Jenni Ramone, Nottingham Trent University

Reviews of Channel 4’s new sitcom, Queenie, are divided. The good reviews have praised the show’s authenticity, while the negative ones have called it “crude” and “bland”. Having watched the show, I wonder if the real problem is that reviewers have expected the show to deliver on every count – and they want a heroine who represents the “strong Black woman”.

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19Aug/23

If England wins the world cup, the implications analysed

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Aug. 19, 2023 /Sports/ — Whether or not the football will come home to England is anyone’s guess. England is certainly a target of haters, but they also have a strong team and a passionate fan base. It will be interesting to see how they perform in the World Cup.

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