Black megachurch donates $132K to help relieve student debt

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Monday, May 12, 2025 Senior Pastor Howard-John Wesley preaches at Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, on Feb. 18, 2025. | YouiTube/Alfred Street Baptist Church A predominantly African American megachurch that has existed since the early 19th century has donated approximately $132,000 to relieve the debts of 11 graduating college…

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Student debt changes

Topline: In recent months, the Trump administration has taken actions that could significantly affect federal student loan borrowers, including the more than 3.8 million Californians with student debt. Experts say borrowers should be vigilant — but they should also keep in mind that many of the administration’s proposed changes have not gone into effect. Why…

African Union Conference on Debt

The African Union Commission’s Department for Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry, and Minerals (ETTIM) will convene a three-day African Union Conference on Debt in Lomé, Togo, under the theme: “Africa’s Public Debt Management Agenda: Restoring and Safeguarding Debt Sustainability.”   This conference will convene AU Member States, policymakers, financial experts, and key stakeholders, including representatives…