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.
Uzo Njoku reinvents Ankara with an Owambe twist, while African designers make Paris their runway. Plus, Burna Boy backs a bold Pan-African thriller, Amoako Boafo builds a tennis court, Amaarae steps into her spotlight, and Anok Yai claims her crown.
Ciara makes stunning LFW debut, Aya Nakamura reclaims her crown, and Tyla shines in Chanel. Plus, Banke Kuku celebrates Africa’s spirit, Kudi Maradzika reshapes African storytelling, and Adidas Originals spotlights Nigeria’s new wave of creativity.
Black Coffee brings the heat home with two major Durban shows, and Patoranking revives Galala with his latest single. Plus, Lagos Fashion Week earns a global nod for sustainability, “One Woman One Bra” wins big at BFI London, and Gift Lubele makes history with SA’s first AI Amapiano album.
Nyashinski steps into a new era with a brand new album, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie picks up a Mermaid Award. Plus, Anthony Azekwoh builds his own cinematic world, Sungi Mlengeya redefines Black womanhood, and Dada Gallery sets its sights on Lagos.
From spotlighting the creatives shaping mainstream culture to uncovering the stories you couldn’t scroll past, this issue is a celebration of you, our community, and everything that made our years with you unforgettable.
Dave teases his third album, LABRUM brings culture to John Lewis, and African series score Emmy nods. Plus, Shattta Wale scores a Grammy green light, Yinka Ilori brings his flair to Wyclef Jean’s latest single, and Rema lands on TIME’s 100 Emerging Leaders list.
Liz Sanya and Slawn join forces to inspire dreamers, Ugo Mozie reimagines fashion in New York, and Ama Qamata shines as L’Oréal’s new star. Plus, Sarz lines up Afrobeats royalty, Irenosen Okojie earns RSL honors, Lauryn & Wyclef stun in Thebe Magugu, and Dembélé takes the Ballon d’Or.
We’re outside celebrating culture this month! From Orry Shenjobi’s immersive A WÀ ǸBẸ̀ exhibition, to testing our Naija knowledge at The Big Fat Nigerian Pub Quiz, to dining fine at The Graceful Kitchen x Olu Olu Foods Supperclub — we’re linking up in true Marmalade style.
IB Kamara brings Off-White back to New York, Air Afrique teams up with Nike, and Thebe Magugu steps into new territory. Plus, Ekow Eshun takes on a landmark art role, Africa launches its first AI film festival, Omar Degan leads a historic biennale, and Davido preps for a Coachella debut.
Tolu Coker rewrites fashion, Shaboozey launches his own label and Edward Enninful debuts with Moncler. Plus, Gyakie becomes a Spotify ambassador, Idris Elba redefines African cinema, Kwame Adusei takes African design to L.A, and Tyla makes VMA history.
Yinka Ilori lights up Bloomingdale’s, Mafikizolo celebrate heritage, and Meta AI x Ifeanyi Nwune drop an AI-powered line at AFWL. Victoria Mboko stuns Canadian tennis, TikTok for Artists hits SA, Tolu Arokodare joins Wolves, and Burna Boy lands a global deal with On
This September, Marmalade members are stepping out! From live bands and day parties to pub quizzes with a Naija twist, we’ll be linking up at some of the city’s best cultural events and experiences.
Gyakie teases After Midnight, Davido joins Scorpion Kings Live, and Sindiso Khumalo opens a Cape Town flagship. Plus, My Father’s Shadow hits Nigerian cinemas, Tems takes Leading Vibe to Kenya, South Sudanese models crush Kilimanjaro, and Amaarae & Moliy score AFRIMA nods
Uncle Waffles fronts Adidas’ Superstar, Ayo Edebiri makes her Broadway debut, and Maryhilda Obasiota Ibe wins a Ruth Lilly fellowship. FIFA lands in Morocco, Otedola’s book hits Amazon’s top list, and Olamide plots a London comeback
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.
On bringing Congolese heritage into the modern home through artisan-made textiles, bold colours, and sustainable design.
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.
Why shared values matter more than physical borders. This chapter is an engaging exploration of how shared values and cultural identity are becoming more important than physical borders in defining belonging and community.
