Creators on the Cusp: Meet Roye Okupe, Father of African Superheroes
Ever conscious of the lack of African representation in mainstream media, Nigerian artist Roye Okupe has long been working on creating messages of empowerment via comic books featuring African superheroes. Thanks to the advent of Black Panther, the market finally began to realize the global appetite for African content, and he’s had the opportunity to […]
The Designers Kickstarting Africa’s Style Revolution
It’s a new era in African fashion in which young designers are focused on issues of identity, sustainability and the preservation of artisanal techniques. Although shackles of colonialism were thrown off years ago, the embrace of ancient traditions has a newfound focus, and an equal emphasis on environmental responsibility and a respect of craft is […]
This Wildlife Photographer Doesn’t Just Shoot Landscapes – She’s Changing Them at the Same Time
A groundbreaker in so many respects, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was the first female head of state in Africa, leading Liberia from 2006 – 2018. A symbol and advocate of female empowerment, she is now spearheading the development of a presidential library that aims to cultivate Africa’s future female leaders. In keeping with its mission, the […]
How a New Generation of Black Chefs Earned a Seat at the Table of French Haute Cuisine
When French presidents are calling you by your first name, it’s a pretty good sign that you’ve arrived. For Malian chef Mory Sacko, it came as a huge surprise, but it is evidence of the artistry that he and other African chefs are bringing to the reinvention of high-end French cuisine. By incorporating elements of […]
Burna Boy Chats to Trevor Noah Ahead of MSG Headlining Show
In an appearance this week on The Daily Show, Nigerian singing sensation, Burna Boy, talked with Trevor Noah about his explosive success. Thanks to efforts by him and other Nigerian artists, the world is beginning to awake to the talent and truth of Africa, and Burna Boy’s upcoming sold-out concert at New York City’s Madison […]
