Claudia Efemini

Claudia Efemini is an MA Newspaper Journalism student at City St George's, University of London. She has previously written for BBC Africa and BLK Brit covering Africa and the diaspora across news, culture, and business.

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Cally revamp underway

Story Street to be pedestrianised in plans to make the Cally Islington's second liveable neighbourhood

Local grocery shop provides a greener way to shop

Refill Therapy, an Islington grocery shop, aims to reduce food waste by stocking ethically sourced refillable food.

“My brand is who I am”: In conversation with Tiana Esparon

The fashion brand owner talks sustainability, womanhood and showing personality through crochet

Domestic abuse rises by 20 per cent in Islington

Finsbury Park had the highest number of reported offences in Islington between February 2025 and February 2026, totalling 244.

Hundreds of households in Islington saved from homelessness this year

Islington ranks in the top 5 per cent for addressing homelessness across England.

Behind the artistic collective aiming to revive Islington’s radical history

Amy Rushton takes us through Cubitt Community Collective, a volunteer-led independent press gallery aiming to revive the radical history of Islington, who are currently working on their next issue.
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Staff vote to strike at London Met University following proposed job cuts 

Staff expected to strike at London Metropolitan University after a successful ballot.

Black activist bookshop marks 60th birthday

New Beacon Books celebrates 60 years this year as they battle soaring business rates.

London Met staff and students fear job cuts ahead of ballot results  

120 jobs at risk as students and staff at London Metropolitan University await ballot results this Friday.

Corbyn and McKellen feature in ‘gloriously queer’ drag pantomime 

MP Jeremy Corbyn and Sir Ian McKellen will feature in Wicked Witches: A Popular Panto!, at Pleasance Theatre from November 18 to December 22. Both men will be appearing on-screen in...

Pleasance Theatre celebrates 30th anniversary with new season  

The Pleasance has announced its spring/summer theatre season to mark its 30th anniversary. It involves both new and returning shows, with intent to support emerging artists.

Pizza Hut Islington spared amidst nationwide closures

Pizza Hut’s first branch in this country will stay in business even though 68 restaurants are set to close, the company announced on 20 October. 

Cally revamp underway