The 4th Edition of the Black History Festival (BHF 2025) successfully brought together African heritage, economic empowerment, and diaspora engagement at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) in College Park City from March 28-29, 2025.
Under the theme: “Bridging Continents, Celebrating Legacies, and Promoting Trade,” the festival served as a platform for cultural exchange, investment opportunities, and global networking. The event featured panel discussions, business expos, and awards celebrating African excellence.
BHF 2025 commenced with high-level dialogues and networking sessions, focusing on key issues such as the legal framework for Diaspora integration in Africa, the role of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in fostering international collaboration, cultural diplomacy, and trade opportunities.
The welcome reception at GICC Enclave brought together distinguished leaders, industry experts, and global personalities. The Black History Expo, held at GICC Salon 6 and 7, showcased a diverse range of businesses and brands, including Apollonia City, JOBerg Ghana Limited, Ghana Free Zones Authority, Nico Wayo Arts, Pay Angel, Ezel Fashion, and the Atlanta Barber Institute.
Prominent leaders delivered keynote speeches at the Black History Summit, setting the tone for meaningful discussions.
Notable speakers included: Janelle McKenzie, Mayor Pro Tem, College Park City, Councilman Joe Carn & Councilman Roderick Gay, College Park City, Alex Appau Dadey, Executive Chairman, KGL Group, Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of Diaspora Affairs, Ghana’s Presidency, Mattie McFadden-Lawson, Civil Leader & Morehouse College Trustee, Ben Crump, Celebrated American Civil Rights Attorney, Mayor Khalid Kamau, Mayor of South Fulton, Members of the Georgia House of Representatives, including Rep. Kim Schofield, Rep. Gabe Okoye and Rep. Segun Adeyina.
Discussions centered on bridging the transatlantic gap, business and housing prospects for the diaspora, and preserving African heritage and culture.
One of the festival’s highlights was the Black History Makers Awards, recognizing distinguished leaders and organizations for their contributions to Diaspora engagement and African development.
In a major announcement, Stephen Selasie Asuo, President of BIDEC INC, and College Park City officials confirmed that BHF 2026 will return to the Georgia International Convention Center.
The festival concluded with a powerful keynote speech from Ghana’s Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama.
She emphasised reconnecting African descendants with their roots, the significance of reparations, and Ghana’s Black Star Experience initiative.
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