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  • The Root 100 remains a vital platform for celebrating Black achievement and inspiring future generations of leaders. As The Root embarks on this new chapter under Ashley Allison's leadership, the commitment to amplifying the voices and stories that define the Black experience remains stronger than ever.
    November 26, 2025

    The Root Unveils The Root 100 List

  • September 1, 2025

    A Night for the Ages: CARIFESTA XV Bows Out in Flare, Flags, and Forever – By Cheyne Jones

  • Dr Marielle Barrow-Maignan, who is the lead of the programme, frames the moment with clarity: if the region is to thrive, it must cultivate cultural confidence, a deep regard for its own voice on local and world stages, and bring that confidence to climate, education, technology and the transversal spaces where culture meets policy and enterprise. That is the spine of these gatherings.
    August 18, 2025

    Voices Without Borders: Big Conversations Are About to Rewire the Caribbean Imagination

  • August 14, 2025

    Barbados’ Culture Minister invites the world to “join us for CARIFESTA XV”

  • Ms. Roberts reminded the room that CARIFESTA is far more than an arts showcase.
    July 12, 2025

    Festival Director Shares Vision, Legacy and Invitation to Partner for CARIFESTA XV

  • Forde encouraged the press to highlight the unique contributions of Barbadian media throughout the festival — not only through coverage but through direct engagement, collaboration, and reflection.
    July 11, 2025

    MEDIA IS THE HEART OF CARIFESTA XV: A Message from Local Media Lead Jewel Forde

  • Seated: (Left) Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley with CARICOM’s Secretary General Dr. Carla Burnett (right). Standing (left) Barbados’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Kerrie Symmonds and General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel at the CARICOM Secretariat Lisa Shoman (right).
    July 9, 2025

    Barbados’ Prime Minister signs host country agreement for CARIFESTA XV

  • After the Festival the volunteers will receive digital certificates and recommendation letters will be issued, and feedback surveys will help us grow and it is hoped that permanent opportunities for the standout volunteers will be found.
    July 1, 2025

    Gain Experience, Make Connections, Celebrate Caribbean Culture: CARIFESTA XV Calls for 350 Volunteers

  • May 5, 2025

    Jafaican – Wil Johnson, Peter Andre & Oliver Samuels 

  • Photo by Jose Fuentes on Unsplash
    April 11, 2025

    “Cultural Ambassadors: The Unofficial Diplomats Shaping Post-Colonial Identities” by Sir Adrian Daisley

  • March 9, 2025

    Number One on the Call Sheet: Idris Elba, Angela Bassett, Jamie Foxx, Halle Berry… Apple TV+

  • January 3, 2025

    SPIT – David Wenham (2025)

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