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Issue 6: Impact Stories of the Black Ecosystem
Black Entrepreneur’s Journal is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. The Black non-profit ecosystem, supporting equitable opportunities for entrepreneurs and the…
Read MoreAdvocates make pitch to province for investment in Alberta’s Black entrepreneurs
Damilare Odumosu remembers the challenges of harvesting palm tree fruit as a kid on his family farm in Lagos, Nigeria. Two decades on, those pain points are the seeds of…
Read MoreConnecting to African culture through cooking
In honour of Black History Month, the Africa Centre hosted an event to foster that special connection. Seniors and youth teamed up in the kitchen to whip up various traditional…
Read More‘They need a safe place’: Africa Centre working to improve tools to address elder abuse
Alberta’s elder abuse resources need to address the specific needs and cultural experiences of seniors of African descent, a local community organization says. Edmonton’s Africa Centre is starting a new…
Read MoreIssue 5: A Note on Connections in Business
Black Entrepreneur’s Journal is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. The Black Business Ecosystem is ever evolving and so are the…
Read MoreDemand on the rise for Africa Centre’s free counselling services in Alberta
Lisa Cyuzuzo always intended to undergo therapy but the Africa Centre’s mental health clinic made counselling feasible. Launched in January 2021, demand has now tripled at the Africa Centre Mental…
Read MoreNew Executive Director Announcement
Africa Centre is pleased to announce that Samuel Juru will become our new Executive Director, effective May 22, 2023. Sam will succeed Sharif Haji who is embarking on a political…
Read MoreIssue 4: The Business of Inclusive Fashion
Black Entrepreneur’s Journal is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. The Black Business Ecosystem is ever evolving and so are…
Read MoreIssue 3: A Note on Longevity with Lloyd Reid
Black Entrepreneur’s Journal is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. This issue highlights some of the tools which Black entrepreneurs have…
Read MoreIssue 2: History of Black Owned Business In Alberta
Black Entrepreneur’s Journal is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. This issue represents the continuation of our dream to share stories…
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