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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.
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.
