> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.marmaladecollective.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Ruger’s London Headline, Sierra Leone Tourism Boom, Jadé Fadojutimi’s TIME100 Honour - URL: https://www.marmaladecollective.com/ruger-london-headline-sierra-leone-tourism-boom-jade-fadojutimi-time100-honour/ - Published: 2024-10-07T09:23:11.000Z - Updated: 2024-10-07T09:23:11.000Z - Description: Ruger headlines in London, solidifying his superstar status, while Sierra Leone opens its doors to tourists and Hollywood investors. Lagos remains Africa’s most vibrant city, Seun Kuti centre class consciousness in his new album, and Jadé Fadojutimi makes the TIME100 Next list. - Author: Tola Alade - Tags: Newsletters **Welcome to Vol 111 of The Spread!** The Spread is a weekly edit of the best stories and global news on Africa(ns) influencing mainstream culture. *Welcome to our new subscribers who signed up this week! If this email was forwarded to you, *subscribe* and join thousands of culturally-curious people* [👉 Subscribe 👈](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/subscribe/) 🎈 CASTING CALL: Have you seen ****“Pop The Balloon”**? This is your chance to take part in a pilot for the UK version (hosted by Marmalade member, Yemi) and find your match. Interested and want to learn more? [****Apply now**](https://bit.ly/4gMKbs8?ref=marmaladecollective.com) Now, on to the real peel... ## 🔥 Trending Stories - Bold and fearless: [**This Nigerian Superstar**](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn5zy626ldgo?ref=marmaladecollective.com) is the Latest to Headline in London *via BBC* - [**This West African Nation**](https://nypost.com/2024/10/03/lifestyle/sierra-leone-woos-tourists-and-investors-like-idris-elba/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) is Welcoming Tourists and Hollywood Investors *via New York Post* - Lagos Is [**Africa's Most Vibrant City**](https://www.travelandleisure.com/lagos-nigeria-art-culture-8710596?ref=marmaladecollective.com) Right Now — Here's How to Visit *via Travel + Leisure* ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/10/TAL-exterior-buildings-sunset-LAGOS1024-2993bcb8415a44a4a149f2f1fcb5c432.webp) **Twilight in the city’s Victoria Island neighbourhood.* - [**Seun Kuti is Keeping Class Consciousness**](https://www.okayafrica.com/seun-kuti-new-album-heavier-yet-interview/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) at the Centre of His New Album ‘Heavier Yet’ *via OkayAfrica* - [**10 Songs**](https://rollingstoneafrica.com/music/music-features/10-songs-that-instill-nigerian-pride/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) That Instill Nigerian Pride *via Rollingstone Africa* - This London-Based [**Nigerian Contemporary Visual Artist**](https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-three-contemporary-visual-artists-named-2024-time100-list?ref=marmaladecollective.com) is Named in 2024 TIME100 Next List *via Artsy* - The Enduring [**Vehicle Art of West Africa’s**](https://www.okayafrica.com/vehicle-art-of-west-africas/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) Bustling Streets *via OkayAfrica* - [**17 African Designers**](https://www.instyle.com/african-fashion-8720351?ref=marmaladecollective.com) to Know in 2024 *via InStyle* --- ## ⏳ Trivia Time Which **Nigerian visual artist** gained international recognition for his hyper-realistic pencil and charcoal drawings, depicting everyday life and emotions? A) Laolu Senbanjo B) Njideka Akunyili Crosby C) Arinze Stanley *Scroll to the very bottom for the answer.* --- ###### ICYMI ## 🧭 A Marmalade Guide To... [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/10/Dola-Posh--Mother_s-Day-_Year-3_--2023--Hahnemu-hle-bamboo-fibre-papers--74-x-64-cm--Edition-of-2.-Courtesy-of-Artist-and-Cynthia-Corbett-Gallery-Large.jpeg)](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/1-54-contemporary-african-art-fairs-12th-edition-at-somerset-house-london/) **Image Courtesy of Dola Posh* ## 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair's 12th Edition 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is delighted to return to Somerset House for the 12th consecutive year across four days, from 10 – 13 October 2024 (Press Preview 10 October). As the leading international art fair dedicated to contemporary art from Africa and the African diaspora, 1-54 London 2024 will host over 60 international exhibitors, representing 23 countries. [Let's get into it!](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/1-54-contemporary-african-art-fairs-12th-edition-at-somerset-house-london/) --- ## What We're... 📰 **Reading:** [**Nomshado's LinkedIn post**](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7247228573982314497/?ref=marmaladecollective.com)about feeling like a "closeted" African. "Being called "Black" is really not something I can identify with. As someone who was born and spent my formative years on the continent of Africa, my ethnic and cultural identity is something that's deeply engraved in who I am and yet, when I left my house every morning to go to work, this is something I made sure to leave at home." 🎧 **Listening to:** [**CULTUR FM Live Afrobeats Mix by Ani Daya**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCcIJZgf93A&ref=marmaladecollective.com). Lojay's official DJ is in the building, expect tracks from Asake's new album along with a nice blend of newer Afrobeat sounds. 📺 **Watching:** [**MMS Official Video by Asake ft Wizkid.**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiOHqmmjdGk&ref=marmaladecollective.com) "The visuals came in hand in hand with the lyricism, talent and the chemistry between Mr Money With the Vibe and Big Wiz is unmatched" - @keemsart ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/10/Asake-X-Wizkid-News-Central-TV-819x1024.jpg) **Asake Bringing Out Wizkid at The O2\. Source: News Central* 🎟️ **Booking:** [**Marmalade's October Member Meet-ups**](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/member-meet-ups-october-2024/). These meet-up events are perfect for socialising with other members, meeting new people and exploring new Afrocentric experiences. 👀 **Eyeing:** [**Ayo Game by Yinka Ilori**](https://shop.yinkailori.com/collections/ayo-game-1?ref=marmaladecollective.com). Reimagined as a collectable object while paying respect to its origins, Yinka interprets the AYO GAME for a new audience. Featuring a colourful and bright carved wooden box containing twelve holes and forty-eight Ayo seeds, it comes with a sliding storage box and detailed instructions. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/10/Yinka_Homeware_324.webp) **Image Courtesy of Yinka Ilori Objects* --- ## 👏 That's a wrap! Did we miss anything? Or just want to say hey? We'd love to hear from you! 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