Amaarae teases a new album, Little Simz announces a North America tour, and Sauti Sol hits a major streaming milestone. Plus, Burna Boy goes global, Yinka Shonibare lands a royal commission, and Toyin Odutola debuts a powerful new exhibition.
Fela Kuti’s “Zombie” joins the Grammy Hall of Fame, and Gyakie graces Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 cover. Plus, Oshinowo’s Lagos markets installation wins big in Italy, Juliet Ibrahim makes history in film, and DJ Cuppy joins the Gates Foundation.
The African diaspora isn't scattered debris from historical catastrophe. We are seeds planted in every fertile ground on Earth, ready to grow into something the world has never seen: a truly global cultural nation.
When 50,000 people simultaneously react to a breakthrough by an African artist, their individual responses create something larger than the sum of its parts—a collective intelligence that processes cultural information faster than any individual could.
Tems set to make FIFA World Cup halftime history, and Ojude Oba returns in full cultural splendor. Plus, William Kentridge opens in Yorkshire, Ayra Starr wins big at the BETs, and Senegal stuns England in historic football victory.
Idris Elba ignites a bold vision for African cinema, Asake teases new album, and Van Gogh Museum makes history with its first African artist show. Plus, Njerae shines as Spotify EQUAL Ambassador, Kwaku Yaro transforms art, Kiki Iriafen breaks WNBA records, and Hertunba radiates joy.
Salah makes League history, Burna Boy preps for a fiery fest, and Black Sherif breaks ground with IRON BOY. Toyin Odutola draws worlds, Sobekwa wins big for SA photography, Afrobeats gets a tribute spot in Lagos, and African cinema shines in London.
June is here – and we’re serving up culture; 6-course dining experience, summer forest walk and more. From your plate to your path to your people – June is about feeding all your senses.
Nasty C goes indie with Psychic, Wizkid hits a major festival stage, and a Nigerian designer reshapes bronze. Plus, Iyanu gets a second season, Cannes nods to Daniel Etim Effiong, Olamide lands global honours, and Australia opens an African heritage hub.
Black Sherif reps Ghana at BETs, and Rema gets honoured in Boston. Plus, Zikoko’s new docuseries celebrates powerhouse Nigerian women, Afolabi Olalekan’s Freedom Way opens the New York African Film Festival, and Africa’s top stars light up the AMAs.
Ayra Starr goes platinum, Ayo Edebiri channels her roots at Met Gala, and a Ghanian chef champions African cuisine. Plus, African designers dominate the Met, Afrocentric films head to the New York African Film Festival, and Apple Music spotlights Africa’s hottest music capitals.
Grace Ladoja opens permanent Homecoming store and Alioune Diagne debuts with a celebration of African dreams. Plus, Rema wins big at the Headies, Tigst Assefa smashes a marathon record, and Tolu Coker & Torisheju Dumi land LVMH Prize nods.
The sun’s out 😎 (finally!) and so are we! This May, we’re shaking things up with a special Bank Holiday meet-up just for you, an exclusive tasting event of our plantain-infused rum, DÒDÒ (trust us, you’ll want to brag about this)...plus more
Burna Boy electrifies a sold-out Stade de France, Savara crafts a new Kenyan sound, and Mo Abudu and Kwame Onwuachi make TIME’s 100 list. Plus, a Guinean striker rewrites Champions League history, East Africans dominate the Paris Marathon, and Fireboy lights up Royal Albert Hall
Amoako Boafo brings Accra’s spirit to London and Wizkid’s journey hits Tribeca Film Festival. Plus, Davido joins Essence Fest lineup, 18 year old Beninese baller eyes NBA history, and Tyla lands another global deal
How African women are redesigning space through sound, care, and ancestral memory.
Amaarae teases a new album, Little Simz announces a North America tour, and Sauti Sol hits a major streaming milestone. Plus, Burna Boy goes global, Yinka Shonibare lands a royal commission, and Toyin Odutola debuts a powerful new exhibition.
The DJ, influencer, and founder shares how she’s building cultural legacy through music, style, and community impact.
Lagos is alive with spaces that fuel creativity, community, and expression. These hubs are shaping culture and inspiring collaboration in Africa’s most vibrant city.
Fela Kuti’s “Zombie” joins the Grammy Hall of Fame, and Gyakie graces Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 cover. Plus, Oshinowo’s Lagos markets installation wins big in Italy, Juliet Ibrahim makes history in film, and DJ Cuppy joins the Gates Foundation.
The African diaspora isn't scattered debris from historical catastrophe. We are seeds planted in every fertile ground on Earth, ready to grow into something the world has never seen: a truly global cultural nation.
