Abidjan prepares to host Africa's first animation film market, Eniafe Momodu joins the Berlin Fashion Week jury, and Tems Delivers a Stunning Performance
Plus Rabat launches the African Capitals of Culture HQ, Michelle Obama surprises young women alongside Tems, and Jorja Smith, Isaiah Rashad headline Rocking the Daisies.
Plus, we list African Winemakers you should know, Tems performs at the grand opening alongside Stevie Wonder and John Legend, The Polygamist tops Netflix charts, and Oríré celebrates five years.
Plus Joey B is back after six years, Cape Town's youth jazz scene is thriving, Wizkid's debut album hits 15, and Black Sherif finds a way.
African Artistes in the World Cup album, Dave brings his tour home to Nigeria, and five African docs head to Sheffield DocFest. Plus, the Ojude Oba delivered as always, and Jude Dontoh drops a G.O.A.T. capsule with Ms. Lauryn Hill.
Lupita Nyong’o steps into her blockbuster Helen of Troy era, Asake hits the road with Uncle Waffles, and Uganda’s Ghetto Kids prepare for a World Cup stage with Shakira. Plus Amoako Boafo finds inspiration in Venice, Stormzy backs an Ian Wright biopic, and Nairobi’s coolest spots get their moment.
Banke Kuku reimagines African luxury, Tyla earns double BET Awards nods, and Zakes Bantwini launches a new foundation. Plus, Tems leads Nigeria’s BET Awards charge, Onesimus turns his album launch into a celebration of African culture, and African cinema goes to Cannes.
Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre Elba share their vision for the future, Rema and Tyla gear up for the FIFA World Cup, and Black Coffee turns a French theatre into magic. Plus Zoë Modiga leans into Ubuntu, Anok Yai gets candid, and the AMVCAs crown their biggest winners.
African stars turn the Met Gala into a fashion moment, Trevor Noah heads home for a major comedy festival, and Shakira and Burna Boy tease a World Cup anthem. Plus, Lusaka’s young creatives build something exciting, and We Are Nubia put Kenyan music on the map.
Cynthia Erivo steps into Miriam Makeba’s legacy, Uncle Waffles links up with Royal Musiq, and Jazzwurld and Thukuthela run the Metro FM Awards. Plus Slawn keeps shaking the art world, AI learns to sing in African languages, and Botswana gets its artefacts back.
Ugo Mozie builds Eleven Sixteen with heritage at its core, Thebe Magugu taps Bonang Matheba for Mafeteng, and Ayra Starr teases album number three. Plus Black Coffee shakes up Mexico, Fally Ipupa seals his legacy with an anniversary album, and Njerae steps into her own.
Meji Meji leans deeper into nostalgia, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Sade Adu edge toward music history, and Yinka Ilori brings joy to Milan. Plus, Dakar proves its style power, Zoë Modiga opens a new chapter, and fashion and culture take centre stage from Accra to South Africa.
Grace Ladoja expands HOMECOMING into a cultural force, Amaarae makes her on-screen debut, and Dika Ofoma lands on a global stage. Plus, Lagos leans into carnival fever, and a new wave of designers push African craft in bold new directions.
Words Of Azia brings Ivory Coast to the world, Moliy takes World Artist of the Year, and Industrie Africa closes its doors. Plus, Khaby Lame carries Senegal to the Olympics, Hertunba reclaims feminine fashion, and Bubu Ogisi proves African fashion belongs at the LVMH table.
Mowalola Ogunlesi and Obongjayar rethink Nigerian modernism, Shatta Wale and John Legend link up on a new single, and Davido gears up for a London festival. Plus Dave heads to South Africa, and Angélique Kidjo joins Ayra Starr on Aye Kan
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Asake tops Spotify streams in Sub-Saharan Africa for 2024 as UK Nigerians transform Detty December into a hair pilgrimage. Davido teases a new album with “Funds,” Dakar emerges as a must-visit, DJ Tunez/Wande Coal/Libianca unite, and Wizkid dazzles at the British Fashion Awards.
Tosin Oshinowo redefines African architecture through context and collaboration, while AI bridges data gaps and learns African languages. Cape Town Fashion Week celebrates cultural heritage, and a Ghanaian brand pioneers streetwear. Taiba Akhuetie’s hair-crafted fashion inspire global audiences.
Wizkid’s ‘Morayo’ album is making waves, while Tyla sets to represent Amapiano at Coachella 2025. A British-Nigerian artist designs the Brit Awards trophy, and African films aim for Oscars glory. Explore Africa’s top 2025 destinations, from Morocco’s surf towns to vibrant cultural hubs.
Zambian grandma turns heads as a fashion icon, while Tems and Shaboozey represent Africa at the 2025 Grammys. Miss Universe queens dazzle in cultural costumes, and Dakar becomes surfing’s new hotspot. Tyla shines in her latest music video, and African cinema thrives on the global stage.
From fashion runways to theatre performances, discover how Lagos has become the heartbeat of African creativity, connecting the continent and its diaspora
