Jocelyn Bioh’s comedy – following a day in the life of a Harlem braiding salon – is filled with humour and hijinks ...

It would be hard to not fall for the charm of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. A celebration of femalehood, Black culture and ...

Read our review of Jocelyn Bioh's *Jaja's African Hair Braiding*, now in performances at the Lyric Hammersmith to 25 April. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.

Braiding is a convenient and stylish choice for moms. The African hair is versatile and can be braided into flamboyant styles. However, a mom might not have a lot of time on her hands. This is a ...

At a time when Black and marginalized groups are under attack, Adiba Nelson drops a children’s book that reinforces Black aesthetics and identity. The Afro-Latina author does this through the eyes of ...

For many African women, hair is more than just strands; it is a crown of ancestry, resilience and unapologetic beauty. From intricate Bantu knots to free-flowing Fulani braids and natural hair twists, ...

Unlike her peers in Beijing, hairdresser Ruth Wanu Waweru from Kenya tends not to cut, dye or perm hair. Instead, she braids her clients' locks. Ruth has been working for a hair salon in Beijing for ...

Zainab Jah and Sewa Zamba in Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, © Manuel Harlan. Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is a hilarious and moving play, t ...