> ## 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. # Tyla Partners with Gap, UMG Acquires Mavin, Ski Collective Embraces Afro-Caribbean Vibes - URL: https://www.marmaladecollective.com/tyla-partners-with-gap-universal-music-acquires-mavin-ski-collective-embraces-afro-caribbean-vibes/ - Published: 2024-03-04T10:00:56.000Z - Updated: 2024-03-04T10:00:55.000Z - Description: UMG acquires majority of Mavin, Tyla debuts in Gap's latest campaign, African creatives unite for change, African luxury fashion dazzles Europe, Soft Life Ski introduces Afro-Caribbean culture to skiing, and Prime Video drops “Ebuka Turns Up Africa” trailer. - Author: Editorial Team - Tags: Newsletters **Welcome to Vol 82 of The Spread!** The Spread is a weekly edit of the best stories and global news on Africa(ns) influencing mainstream culture. *Welcome new to our subscribers who signed up since the last issue! If you haven't already, hit subscribe and join thousands of culturally-curious people.* [👉 Subscribe 👈](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/subscribe/) 🎉 Welcome to March. This new week (and month), we celebrate not just one, but two significant dates that honour women: International Women's Day and Mother's Day. Let us celebrate with joy, reflection, and action — honouring the women who shape our past, present, and future. [****This Sunday, we’re hosting a special supper club**](https://lu.ma/1ebf8ry8?ref=marmaladecollective.com) in celebration of our sisters, besties, aunties and mums. Now, on to the real peel... ## 🔥 Trending Stories ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/03/p0hg57nr.jpeg) **Credit: Soft Life Ski* - Universal Music Group Buys Majority Stake in [Nigerian Label Mavin Global](https://www.billboard.com/business/record-labels/mavin-global-sale-umg-buys-majority-stake-rema-afrobeats-label-1235614824/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) *via Billboard* - How [two African creatives](https://edition.cnn.com/2024/02/26/style/tokyo-james-yusuff-aina-milan-fashion-week/index.html?ref=marmaladecollective.com) teamed up to effect change *via CNN* - [Tyla's First Fashion Campaign](https://www.complex.com/style/a/mike-destefano/tyla-gap-campaign-spring-2024?ref=marmaladecollective.com) Is With Gap *via Complex* - The 22 Best [North African Songs](https://www.okayafrica.com/north-africa-songs-music-best/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) Right Now *via OkayAfrica* - How [luxury African fashion](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-68283975?ref=marmaladecollective.com) has wowed Europe’s catwalks *via BBC News* - Soft Life Ski, a British collective which aims to [bring Afro-Caribbean culture and vibes to the slopes](https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20240301-can-skiing-solve-its-diversity-problem?ref=marmaladecollective.com) *via BBC Travel* - [Watch the Trailer](https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/02/ebuka-turns-up-africa-premiere/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) of Prime Video’s “Ebuka Turns Up Africa” *via BellaNaija* --- ## ⏳ Trivia Time Question: Who was the first female president in Africa? A) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Liberia) B) Sahle-Work Zewde (Ethiopia) C) Joyce Banda (Malawi) *Scroll to the very bottom for the answer.* --- ## 🧭 A Marmalade Guide To... ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/03/iwaju-disney.jpeg) **Credit: Disney* ## Must-Watch African Animated Series and Films African animation is experiencing a renaissance, and the world is taking notice. The continent's vibrant storytelling traditions, coupled with cutting-edge animation techniques, have birthed a new era of captivating content. In this exploration, we'll dive into some exceptional African animations that have not only captured hearts but are also reshaping the global animation landscape. [Keep Reading 👉](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/must-watch-african-animated-series-and-films/) --- ###### AD ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/02/Snapinsta.app_351722593_942380256881901_1531530359266890617_n_1080.jpg) #### Bottomless Brunch for £40pp at Bar Beach Grill Enjoy their flavoursome set menu for your afternoon's consisting of four set choice menus, covering seafood, vegetarian and of course meat lovers dishes. They have bottomless cocktails, prosecco and beers so make sure you book well in advance as they get busy very early. [Check it out](https://www.experiencesbymarmalade.com/bar-beach-grill-lewisham-bottomless-brunch-for-40pp/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) --- ## What We're... ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2024/03/homemade_IWD_supperclub-1.gif) **Credit: Angle 90* 📰 **Reading:** [The Lagos Wife by Vanessa Walters](https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-lagos-wife/vanessa-walters/9781529153262?ref=marmaladecollective.com). Nicole Oruwari has the perfect life: a handsome husband, a palatial house in the heart of Lagos and a glamorous group of friends. She left London and a troubled family past behind to become part of a community of expat wives.[ ](https://industrieafrica.com/blogs/imprint/culture-conversation-luxury-why-we-need-an-african-fashion-renaissance-sustainability-renee-neblett?ref=marmaladecollective.com) 📺 **Watching:** [Iwájú on Disney+](https://ondisneyplus.disney.com/show/iwaju?ref=marmaladecollective.com). An original animated series set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria. The exciting coming-of-age story follows Tola, a young girl from the wealthy island, and her best friend, Kole, a self-taught tech expert, as they discover the secrets and dangers hidden in their different worlds. 🎧 **Listening to:** [Dope Caesar's live DJ set](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITSBZgFzO7o&ref=marmaladecollective.com) at Obi's House, Hard Rock Cafe Lagos. 🎟️ **Booking:** [Homemade Supper Club](https://lu.ma/1ebf8ry8?ref=marmaladecollective.com). ​Bring someone along! But also feel free to come alone. Just come with an open mind and a good vibe. Come enjoy chops, cocktails and conversations. 👀 **Eyeing:** [PITH's upcoming drop](https://www.instagram.com/p/C3xJwweroQE/?ref=marmaladecollective.com). Check out the “No Love Like Lagos Love” Pith babushka and the Pith ring, set to drop this Easter. --- ## 👏 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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