Women in South Africa take up guns and martial arts for protection against gender violence

Women in South Africa are turning to guns and martial arts for self-defense in a country where rates of gender-based violence are extremely high.

S. Epatha Merkerson, Danielle Brooks to Be Honored at Black Women Film Network Summit (EXCLUSIVE)

S. Epatha Merkerson and Danielle Brooks are among the honorees at the annual Black Women Film Network summit in Atlanta.

Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Delroy Lindo, Jurnee Smollett and Teyana Taylor to Appear at Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Delroy Lindo, Jurnee Smollett & Teyana Taylor join Essence Black Women in Hollywood lineup.

Final farewells for Rev. Jesse Jackson put focus on his impact on Black women leaders

A public service for the Rev. Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago on Friday, with former Presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden in attendance.