Davido lights up Afro Nation, Olaolu Slawn takes F1 by storm, and Tchouameni blends football with culture. Plus, MOWAA set to open, ArchiveAfrica preserves history, and Ema Edosio’s film makes waves at Locarno
July’s heating up – and so are our plans. From posh, sunny sips to a cozy MMM, this month is all about turning up the energy and making memories that taste like summer.
Angelique Kidjo makes Walk of Fame history, Ayra Starr hits a Spotify milestone, and Joel Kachi Benson’s Madu brings home an Emmy. Plus, Chimamanda Adichie kicks off her Dream Count tour, Adidas comes to Africa, and East & Southern Africa shine at the World Travel Awards
The new mainstream rests on three interconnected pillars: Content that creates cultural currency, Community that amplifies individual voices into collective power, and Commerce that sustains movements without compromising authenticity.
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.
Sean Paul charts on Billboard's Afrobeats with Young Jonn, 'Real Estate Sisters' set for global Netflix debut, discover hidden African paradise islands, A. A. Spectrum's vibrant Jamestown campaign, Space Un fosters African art in Japan, and Aindrea Emelife reimagines Nigeria at Venice Biennale.
Nigerian chess champ Tunde Onakoya plays for 60 hours in Times Square, West Africans chase Guinness records, Ibrahim Mahama drapes the Barbican in pink cloth, Tokyo's new art space to spotlight African art, Davido eyes collaboration with Rihanna and Madison Square Garden performance.
Asake dominates the global music scene, Tyla shines on The Late Show, Africa marks record participation at Venice Biennale, Tiwa Savage discusses her new film focused on love and empowerment, and Nigerian-Swiss defender Manuel Akanji talks Manchester life and footwear passion.
Here's what's coming up for the Marmalade community in April! Marmalade Member Meet-ups are all about enjoying great times, with great people, at great events. Can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Beyoncé's album highlights the banjo's African origins, NPR reveals. NME praises a Nigerian rock band's global impact. Steven Onoja visualises pain through photography. A South African thriller tops Netflix views, TitoM and Yuppe drop a hit video, and Nigeria plans a rival super highway.
Firstly, a huge THANK YOU to each of you for joining us on what has been an unexpectedly wild ride. If you’ve been keeping up with our Instagram, you know exactly what we’re talking about.
