A phone buzzes at midnight, then silence. The familiar profile picture no longer loads. For readers asking how to know if someone blocked you on Instagram, this report sets out what actually happens on the app and what it usually means. Short, plain facts. Small field notes from daily use. That’s how it reads here. […]
Nairobi. Morning traffic rattles over cracked tarmac near a dusty lay-by, matatus honking in quick bursts. Drivers talk of one thing. $1.5 Billion Kenya Highway Project With Chinese Firms Set to Transform, and the promise of smoother runs to the port and beyond. Regional connectivity sits at the heart of it, sharp and real. People […]
Discover Afran’s new exhibition of denim sculptures, showcased as part of the Pitti Immagine Uomo fashion show in Italy. Cameroonian artist Afran, also known as Francis Nathan Abiamba, presents a collection of denim busts that blend contemporary pop culture with classical art. In this exhibition, Afran brings together the rich history and stories of the […]
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, a very popular music event in California, USA, has just revealed its performers for 2024. This year, African artists Tems from Nigeria, DJ Spinall also from Nigeria, Tyla from South Africa, and Skepta from the UK will be performing. They join other famous names like Lana Del Rey, […]
The Emmy Awards are a big event in American television. They are like a huge celebration for TV shows, where the best ones get awards. This year, the 75th Emmy Awards happened on Monday night. It was delayed for a few months because of some strikes in Hollywood last year. The Emmy Awards are known […]
After an impressive career spanning nearly four decades and earning two Oscar nominations, Angela Bassett was recently bestowed with an honorary Oscar. The prestigious award was presented to her at the 14th annual Governors Awards, a gathering of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ board of governors, which is responsible for bestowing the […]
In Fernando de la Mora, Paraguay, members of the Afro-Paraguayan community came together to pay tribute to their patron saint, Balthazar, who is one of the Three Kings. The festivities featured dynamic live dancing and invigorating drumming performances. The annual festival serves a crucial purpose of affirming and celebrating Afro-Paraguayan culture by granting it visibility […]
Jay-Z, the rapper turned producer, and director Jeymes Samuel have placed their bets on a biblical comedy called “The Book of Clarence” at the start of the year. “The Book of Clarence” tells the story of a troubled man who seeks to improve his life by pretending to be the Messiah. The narrative unfolds in […]
Veteran actress Funke Akindele’s latest Nollywood film, “A Tribe Called Judah,” has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time, earning a reported N1 billion at the box office. This accomplishment surpasses the earnings of her previous films, “Battle on Buka Street” and “Omo Ghetto: The Saga,” which hold the […]
In the wake of the resounding success of ‘Jagun Jagun,’ Femi Adebayo, the multifaceted producer and actor, is all set to enthrall audiences once again with his upcoming cinematic masterpiece, ‘Seven Doors.’ As we eagerly step into the new year of 2024, Adebayo has unveiled this tantalizing project, leaving movie enthusiasts on the edge of […]
In the dynamic realm of African entertainment, the quest for global recognition has been both a journey and a challenge. Over decades, the industry grappled with uncertainties surrounding the effectiveness of collaborations within its ecosystem and beyond. The reluctance to venture into mutually beneficial alliances hindered the industry’s potential for growth. However, a paradigm shift […]
‘A Tribe Called Judah’ was released in Nigeria on December 15, 2023. Funke Akindele’s latest release became a massive hit. It became Nollywood‘s first film to gross ₦113 million in its opening weekend. With Barny Emordu as the Director of Photography, the film created history at the box office. Funke Akindele, a Nigerian filmmaker, actress, […]
Azeez Ijaduade, a popular Nollywood actor and movie director, came into limelight after the police command in Ogun, a state in southwestern Nigeria, shot him. The police revealed that a shell from a shot fired into the air by a mobile policeman hit Nigerian actor Azeez Ijaduade. SP Omolola Odutola, the command’s spokesperson, said that […]
Dejumo Lewis — a famous Nigerian film and television actor, famous for the Kabiyesi role in The Village Headmaster, Nigeria’s longest-running television soap opera — died in the early hours of December 23, 2023. Renowned Veteran Nollywood actor Dejumo Lewis, famous for his role as Kabiyesi in “The Village Headmaster” film, passed away at the […]
Rihanna, a Barbadian singer, businesswoman, actress, and songwriter, has praised Nigerian singer Davido. She has said that Davido’s ‘Unavailable’ featuring Musa Keys is her best song of 2023. Davido, one of the most important Afrobeats artists of the 21st century, launched his highly anticipated fourth album ‘Timeless’ in 2023. The album gave chart-topping hit songs […]
‘A Tribe Called Judah’ is set to debut in the international market this Christmas. The film would be heading to the United Kingdom, marking a significant step for the Nollywood industry. A Tribe Called Judah was released in Nigeria on December 15, 2023. The film cast includes Funke Akindele as Jedidah Judah, Jide Kene Achufusi […]
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Chichi and Phyna, a Nigerian actress, model, hype woman, entertainer and a reality TV star, have clashed over ‘wig-renting’ controversy. Chichi mocked her colleague, Phyna, over her wig-renting accusation. A vendor, DBeauty Mogul, slammed Phyna for refusing to return a “rented” wig after the rental period. However, Phyna denied knowing […]
Shanty Town, a 2023 Nigerian crime thriller drama, has become the most-streamed African Original in Nigeria and the second most-streamed across the African continent. The Nollywood drama, created by Xavier Ighorodje and Chichi Nworah and produced by Chinenye Nworah, has gained a lot of attention since its release. ‘Shanty Town’ is a gripping portrayal of […]
South African singer Zahara died at the age of 36. South Africa’s sports, arts and culture minister, Zizi Kodwa, announced her death. The sudden demise of the singer shocked the entire world. Her death was also confirmed by her manager, Oyama Dyosiba. What happened to South African singer Zahara? How did she die? Was she […]
Mercy Aigbe – a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman – wanted to quit her acting career over sexual harassment. Mercy Aigbe, who is best known for her Yoruba indigenous movies, has shared her story with the world. In recent days, Mercy Aigbe gained a lot of attention because she converted to Islam. She had […]