Black History Month 2026

Black History Month UK is dedicated to celebrating and recognising the contributions, history, and culture of Black communities across the UK.

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

A look back at the Black History Month Magazine 2025 — celebrating the people, histories and ideas that inspire us. Standing Firm in Power and Pride. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 https://t.co/dUiafsrVj1 via @issuu

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

Marking Notting Hill Carnival @ 60* With A Reflective Review Of Tom Vague's 2-Part Books - Black History Month 2026 https://t.co/k6D2vlIcTm

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

British Black Music Month 2026 Recommended Book: 'Black Music In Britain Vol. 2: Children Of The Ghetto' (Kevin Le Gendre; Peepal Tree) - Black History Month 2026 https://t.co/EYNyKHG8NM

[British black music & music industry runnings... @BBMBMC]

Selected as the BBMM 2026 Recommended Book, #KevinLeGendre's 'Black Music in Britain Vol. 2: Children of the Ghetto' offers an indispensable exploration of the artists, movements & socio-political forces that's shaped British Black music. @peepaltreepress

https://t.co/h2OXgwerHM

[The Voice Newspaper @TheVoiceNews]

Chiedza Nyanjowa, aged 15, from Cheshire, passed away after getting into difficulties while swimming at Formby beach on bank holiday Monday. 🕊️

Emergency services were called to the scene off Albert Road on Bank Holiday Monday following what they described as "concerns raised about the safety of a girl".

The 15-year-old's death comes after 12 other water-related fatalities in the UK during the ongoing heatwave.

[Professor Benjamin Zephaniah @BZephaniah]

“I write for young people, but really I’m writing for adults — so they can understand young people.” ——Benjamin Zephaniah

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

This fundraiser is just getting started, and sharing helps so much in the early days. These women helped support the NHS and now, after decades of service, they need a new minibus to stay connected and cared for. Even if you can't donate, a quick share can help it reach people who may be able to support. https://t.co/xSJnobqWUK

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

This fundraiser is just getting started, and sharing helps so much in the early days. These women helped support the NHS and now, after decades of service, they need a new minibus to stay connected and cared for. Even if you can't donate, a quick share can help it reach people who may be able to support. https://t.co/xSJnobqWUK

[The Voice Newspaper @TheVoiceNews]

May 25, 2020.

George Floyd's death shook the world.

Protests in every country. A promise of change for all.
But 6 years later — what has actually changed?

Just last week in Dublin, Ireland Yves Sakila met his death under similar restraint from security guards.

George Floyd’s family says ‘Not enough has changed’. His aunt Angela Harrelson said it best:

"When we get to the point where we don't have to say the words Black Lives Matter — that's when we know we have arrived."

What are your thoughts? Drop a comment. 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

#georgefloyd #blacklivesmatter

[The Voice Newspaper @TheVoiceNews]

Rest in Peace Gilbert Clarke.
Thank you for your service 🙏🏾

[Afua Hirsch @afuahirsch]

Have no doubt: the campaign to sack Misan Harriman is part of an assault on black figures in public life. We are all expected to take note, for fear of equally stepping out of line.
My piece in today's Guardian https://t.co/ElG6VzGkXA

[Diane Abbott @HackneyAbbott]

The scurrilous campaign against Misan Harriman is still in full swing. Hounded for stating a factual truth which did not fit the media narrative. I stand with Misan.

The campaign to sack Misan Harriman is part of an assault on black figures in public life
https://t.co/ghJxR5iRNE

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

Celebrate Africa Day in Manchester with an evening of art, music & creativity at Sip & Paint: Africa Day Celebration!
📍 Renold Building
📅 29 May 2026
⏰ 6PM–9PM
Live music, guided painting & African-inspired art ✨
https://t.co/dkeAfdm7ZX

#AfricaDay #ManchesterEvents #SipAndPaint

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

Toni Morrison was never just an American writer.

Her work challenged the world to confront memory, race, silence and power — and continues to shape conversations far beyond the United States.

A powerful reflection on why Morrison still matters today.
https://t.co/IaYj6psr73

#ToniMorrison #BlackHistory #Literature #BlackHistoryMonth #Books #Writers #Culture

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

Some books entertain. Others force a nation to look in the mirror.

From The Interesting Narrative of Olaudah Equiano to Natives by Akala, these powerful works challenged Britain’s understanding of race, empire, identity and belonging — and changed the conversation forever.
https://t.co/2YVsPniZwI
#BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #Books #BritishHistory #Literature #Reading #BlackBritishHistory

[The Voice Newspaper @TheVoiceNews]

Father pays tribute to daughters recovered from the sea off Brighton beach

Sussex Police are keen to here from anyone who may have seen the three women around the Madeira Drive area near Brighton Beach

By @S_Fleary1

https://t.co/fhPmBhVZKn

[Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP @BellRibeiroAddy]

Horrifying to watch the gleeful violence inflicted on Global Sumud Flotilla activists at the behest of Israel's National Security minister.

It's not enough to condemn & sanction him.

We must impose sanctions on this government and stop arming it.

[Marcus Origa @Iya_Livity]

Remembering TYRONE DOWNIE — one of the most influential keyboardists in the history of reggae music, a quiet genius whose elegant playing, melodic sensitivity,& deep musical intuition helped shape the golden sound of Bob Marley & The Wailers and countless other Jamaican classics.

[iMantús @i_mantus]

@bhmuk Thanks for the follow

“Blk People featuring the spirit of Nina Simone” by iMantús

https://t.co/OD2Tvc1RjP

[Black History Month 2026 @bhmuk]

🧑🏾‍🎓 Research Fellowship for Post-holders of Black Identity or Heritage – University of Cambridge

📍 Cambridge
💷 £37,694 – £46,049
A fantastic opportunity for early-career Black researchers working across archaeology, heritage, museum studies, and related fields.

✔ Mentorship & career development
✔ Research funding support
✔ Access to Cambridge’s research environment
✔ Open to applicants globally

Apply now 👇
https://t.co/VYtjSm29HP
#BlackInAcademia #ResearchFellowship #AcademicJobs #BlackResearchers #UniversityOfCambridge

[TAOBQ (The African Or Black Question) @TAOBQ]

#BritishBlackMusicHistory