First Choice DEI Black History Month activity ✊🏾

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Across
  1. 3. Popular West African rice dish, known for its rich flavor.
  2. 6. First Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, fought for independence.
  3. 8. British supermodel and one of the most famous Black models in history
  4. 10. Jamaican sprinter, fastest man alive.
  5. 13. Colorful Caribbean festival celebrated worldwide, including in Notting Hill.
  6. 14. British long-distance runner and Olympic champion.
Down
  1. 1. A day to support Black-owned businesses in the UK, held on the first Saturday of every month.Lenny Henry – British comedian, actor, and co-founder of Comic Relief.
  2. 2. British actor known for roles in The Wire and Luther.
  3. 4. Welsh singer of Nigerian descent, known for her Bond theme songs
  4. 5. Iconic American singer and Black cultural symbol.
  5. 6. Starchy banana-like food, often fried or baked, popular in African and Caribbean cuisine.
  6. 7. Caribbean music genre originating in Trinidad and Tobago, known for its rhythmic style.
  7. 9. Influential American poet and author of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
  8. 11. Reggae legend from Jamaica known for hits like "One Love."
  9. 12. The ship that brought Caribbean immigrants to Britain in 1948.