Welcome to Afriqan Stories, a dynamic newsletter dedicated to championing and showcasing African businesses thriving across the United States and Canada. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, own a side hustle, or simply passionate about the business ventures of the African diaspora, this is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and opportunities. At Afriqan Stories, we […]
O.W. Gurley (1868–1935) was a visionary African American entrepreneur and real estate developer, best known for founding the Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma—commonly known as “Black Wall Street,” one of the most prosperous Black communities in U.S. history. O.W. Gurley was a landowner and entrepreneur who helped establish the Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which […]
Annie Malone (1869–1957) was a pioneering African American businesswoman, inventor, and philanthropist, best known for her success in the beauty industry. Born in Metropolis, Illinois, she was orphaned at a young age and raised by her older sister. Malone had a passion for chemistry and developed hair care products for Black women, particularly focusing on […]
John H. Johnson (1918–2005) was an influential African American entrepreneur, publisher, and businessman, best known for founding Ebony and Jet magazines. Born into poverty in Arkansas, he moved to Chicago with his family during the Great Migration. Despite financial hardships, Johnson excelled academically, and after attending the University of Chicago, he worked at an insurance […]
Certainly! Here’s a summary of Madam C.J. Walker’s life and achievements: Madam C.J. Walker (born Sarah Breedlove on December 23, 1867) was an American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social activist. She is widely recognized as the first female self-made millionaire in America. Walker’s journey to success began with her development of a line of hair care products specifically for […]