Set in Harlem’s hottest braid shop on a sweltering 99-degree day, the play revolves around Marie (Jordan Rice), Jaja’s ...

Chicago Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier presented the Midwest premiere of “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a comedy that enjoyed a twice-extended Broadway run and was nominated for five Tony Awards ...

But first, there’s one major question you have to address: who pays for the wedding? Determining your wedding budget is an essential first step in planning your celebration, but it's important ...

The trend of braided buns adorned with roses or cascading floral strands has made its way from classic ceremonies to modern-day wedding extravaganzas. This story dives into how our celebrities are ...

Kenya will allow citizens of nearly all African countries to visit without needing prior authorisation, according to a new directive by the cabinet. Last year, Kenya introduced a "visa-free ...

A unique and heartwarming wedding has taken social media by storm, capturing the attention of thousands around the world. Katlego, a South African woman, and Arayeon, a man from South Korea, have gone ...

In the fall of 2024, three major exhibitions dedicated to African fashion history opened on the East Coast. The catalyst was Dr. Christine Checinska's seminal 2022 “Africa Fashion” exhibit in ...

T Charles Erickson Share For about 75 minutes of its 90-minute running time, “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” comes ... to show off her dress for her wedding. The others don’t much trust ...

But “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” the 90-minute Broadway play by the Ghanaian-American writer Jocelyn Bioh, has one big advantage over the others in the genre. Box braids, to cite just one ...

By Sadiba Hasan Wedding culture is constantly changing. Wedding hashtags are not as common anymore, wedding parties are often mixed-gender, couples frequently exchange their vows privately instead ...

Oregon-based bride Tarryn Pitt has gone viral on TikTok for her sustainable efforts to thrift all of her wedding décor. Although she doesn't tie the knot with fiancé Holt Porfily until May 3 ...

THE New Year is now in full effect, and Ghana in West Africa has made a ground-breaking declaration that in future, all African passport holders will no longer be required to apply for a visa when ...