March 6, 2026

6 Black Directors Reshaping Hollywood From Indie Classics to Billion-Dollar Franchises

For decades, Black filmmakers have pushed back against Hollywood’s narrow ideas about who gets to be centered, portrayed with complexity, or shown as powerful on screen. […]
March 3, 2026

Nine Black CEOs Who Built Venture-Backed Companies That Went Public

Over my 25 years in venture capital, I’ve worked as an operator, investor, allocator, and advisor. I’m always impressed by how much the industry impacts the […]
February 24, 2026

Nigerian-British Film ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Wins BAFTA for Outstanding Debut

My Father’s Shadow has continued its history-making run. The riveting drama became the first Nigerian film to screen at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025. Over […]
February 24, 2026

Jack Dorsey’s Latest Bet: Bitchat, an Offline Messaging App

Jack Dorsey, original co-founder of Twitter (now X), has been revolutionising technology and communication for the last two decades. Last year, he unveiled his newest project: […]
February 23, 2026

10 Black Streamers Powering the Creator Economy — and Building Real Wealth

Over the past two decades, the creator economy has transformed from pre-recorded YouTube uploads to a dynamic, always-on ecosystem spanning platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and […]
February 19, 2026

Kenyan E-Mobility Startup ARC Ride Secures $5M IFC Commitment for Expansion

Kenyan e-mobility startup ARC Ride is preparing for a major expansion. The Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) company has secured a $5 million commitment from the International Finance Corporation […]
February 13, 2026

5 Black Couples Building Businesses, Wealth, and Legacy Together

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, UrbanGeekz is spotlighting Black couples building startups, scaling brands, and creating generational wealth — together. Building a business with your […]
February 12, 2026

Meet IShowSpeed, the 21-Year-Old Streamer Building a Global Livestream Machine

Fresh off his 21st birthday, IShowSpeed has reached a rare level of success—driven by relentless output, real-time performance, and global reach. From chaotic YouTube livestreams to […]
February 11, 2026

Why Some African Startups Raise Big Checks—and Others Stall: Oui Capital’s Olu Oyinsan Explains

As more global capital turns toward Africa, the gap between startups that secure large institutional checks and those that remain stuck at the seed stage is […]
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