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The AFRO knows what it’s like to endure challenging times. John H. Murphy, Sr., a former enslaved man founded the AFRO 130 years ago with $200 from his wife, Martha Howard Murphy.

Dec 15, 2025 · Wright was a resolute and focused sports, political and public affairs reporter who also served as a city editor for the AFRO American Newspaper for many years.

Apr 12, 2025 · 133 years ago we were covering Post-Reconstruction when a former enslaved veteran started the AFRO with $200 from his land-owning wife. In 2022 we endorsed Maryland’s first Black …

Since Aug. 13, 1892, The AFRO-American Newspapers, known as the AFRO, has effectively promoted unity within Baltimore’s Black community while illustrating the strength of the Black family.

6 days ago · The site, vacant since 2006, will become the new headquarters for both Afro Charities and AFRO News, and the public research center for the historic AFRO Archives, […]

Nov 17, 2024 · Discover the history of Baltimore's longest-running family-owned newspaper, The AFRO-American, at the Baltimore Museum of Industry. Learn about its impact and legacy.

Dec 10, 2025 · 133 years ago we were covering Post-Reconstruction when a former enslaved veteran started the AFRO with $200 from his land-owning wife. In 2022 we endorsed Maryland’s first Black …

Jul 27, 2025 · This week, the AFRO explored African culture through two lenses: a Nigerian native preserving generational customs, and an American tourist discovering the continent’s depth for the …

Feb 1, 2025 · 133 years ago we were covering Post-Reconstruction when a former enslaved veteran started the AFRO with $200 from his land-owning wife. In 2022 we endorsed Maryland’s first Black …