We've spent the year spotting, loving, and curating the best products from our favourite Afrocentric brands. This guide brings them all together; thoughtful picks for everyone on your list, from the practical to the indulgent.
Yagazie Emezi follows her Chi into fine art, Yinka Ilori earns a royal design nod, and Ibrahim Mahama tops ArtReview’s Power 100. Plus, Pearl Thusi steps into her music era, Young Jonn takes a star turn, and Emily Chepkor starts a running revolution in Nairobi.
David Oyelowo reimagines Othello, Wizkid’s Lagos-to-global story hits HBO, and Ryan Coogler brings Mansa Musa to film. Plus, Tems drops a surprise EP, Bonang Matheba builds African luxury, and Masonwabe Ntloko reshapes the new African cool.
Rich Mnisi marks a decade of boundary-pushing fashion, Tia Adeola celebrates Lagos through style, and Show Dem Camp spotlights African art. Plus, Asake plots a debut in South Africa, Tyla kicks off her first-ever tour, and Accra rises as the new conscious fashion capital.
These African-owned brands are proving that beautiful products and community impact aren't mutually exclusive. They're creating dignified employment, preserving traditional craft, educating the next generation, all while building thriving businesses.
Trevor Noah celebrates a fresh Grammy nod, Njerae reshapes East African R&B, and Soweto Fashion Week returns in full colour. Plus, Champz makes history on the charts, Banke Kuku blends art and fashion, and Africa’s top destinations set the tone for 2026.
