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Cape Town, South Africa | 18°C | Scattered clouds
Cape Town, South Africa | 18°C | Scattered clouds
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Following the success of its inaugural edition in Lagos, Nigeria and its subsequent expansion to Nairobi, Kenya, the Leading Vibe Initiative (LVI), founded by two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, producer, and songwriter Tems, is heading to South Africa. Marking its first activation in Southern Africa, the event will take place on March 21st, 2026. Launched in […]
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A throwaway comment at a film festival has ignited an uncomfortable question: Does Nollywood think Nigerians are too “unthinking” for complex cinema? The discussion gained attention after producer Rogers Ofime advised against releasing an intellectually ambitious film in Nigeria, suggesting local audiences prefer escapism over depth. While some filmmakers, including Kunle Afolayan, say their work […]
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Chadian director Mahamat-Saleh Haroun is spotlighting women’s resilience in Soumsoum, the Night of the Stars, his latest film, which is competing at the Berlin International Film Festival. The movie centers on two female outcasts: Kellou, a teenage girl struggling to understand mysterious powers that isolate her from her community, and Aya, an older outcast determined […]
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Africa sent its largest-ever contingent to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics—14 athletes across eight nations, more than double Beijing’s turnout. Although no medals were won, several athletes delivered encouraging performances and valuable experience. Madagascar’s Mialitiana Clerc became the first African woman to compete at three Winter Games, completing every single run across all appearances. South […]
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Entertainment Week Africa hosted Creative Connect, an intimate gathering during Grammys Weekend designed to bring together senior decision-makers and Africa’s leading creative innovators. The event provided a platform for global industry players and African creative leaders to engage and drive collaboration that grows Africa’s $50bn+ creative economy while building sustainable infrastructure and long-term value. Convened by Darey […]
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Underground sounds will shape Nigerian mainstream culture in 2026, building on the momentum sparked by Rema’s genre-defying 2025 album, Heis. That shift gained fresh energy through platforms like Cruel Santino’s Underground All Stars showcase, which spotlighted a new wave of hip-hop innovators. As emerging artists push bold trap and amapiano hybrids, Nigerian hip hop is […]
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Despite swirling doubts about infrastructure readiness, the next Africa Cup of Nations tournament is set to be held in East Africa from June to July 2027. CAF President Patrice Motsepe firmly shut down postponement rumors during a Dar es Salaam press conference. He expressed unwavering confidence in the three host nations—Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This […]
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African cinema has never looked better on paper. From auteurs like Chad’s Mahamat-Saleh Haroun to newcomers like Nigeria’s Olive Nwosu, the continent’s filmmakers are dominating festival lineups from Berlin to Sundance, proving they are as creative as ever. Fresh funding initiatives—including a billion-dollar film fund from the African Export-Import Bank—promise sustained investment in local storytelling. […]
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Nollywood horror is a unique and chilling genre, drawing its power not from abstract monsters but from deep cultural beliefs. Its terrifying villains—blood-sucking witches, vengeful spirits, and demonic forces—are rooted in traditional folklore and spiritual practices familiar to many Nigerians. This makes the fear feel immediate and personal, as these stories often mirror real societal […]
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The documentary Amadou and Mariam: Sounds of Mali celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of one of Africa’s most beloved musical duos: Amadou Bagayoko and Mariam Doumbia. For nearly five decades, the blind couple from Mali captivated the world with their unique fusion of traditional Malian sounds, rock, and blues. Their journey from meeting at […]
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