A recurring theme in Folawiyo’s discussion of her work is accessibility, not as a marketing term but as something closer to a personal correction.
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Ask Nonofang Disetlhe what changed when she became Blulyt, and she will tell you almost nothing did. The stage name, to her, is just a new cover on the same book. “There’s no difference between Nono and Blulyt,” she says. “The only difference is the presentation.” It is an unusual way for a young artist […]
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Egypt is attempting to balance its commitment to protecting Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi attacks with calls for a diplomatic resolution to Yemen’s conflict, as lawmakers prepare to consider authorising military assistance to the kingdom on October 26. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has said any Egyptian involvement would focus on defending Saudi territory and its […]
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At the launch of EbonyLife Place in London on October 8, 2026, Mo Abudu was joined by an unexpected figure: Olugbenga “GB” Agboola, the founder and CEO of Flutterwave. His presence reflects a wider shift in Nigeria’s cultural scene, where technology entrepreneurs are becoming increasingly visible as patrons of the arts. Paystack co-founder Shola Akinlade’s […]
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Lagos Life has turned out to be a surprisingly effective classroom for money.
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As technology reshapes childhood and the world demands new skills, teachers must find ways to prepare students for a changing future. How children are taught is just as important as what they learn. For Dufil Prima Foods Plc, makers of Indomie Instant Noodles, the Indomie Annual Teachers’ Seminar provides a platform to recognise educators and […]
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Morocco’s newly appointed prime minister, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, has secured a four-party coalition agreement that gives her government a parliamentary majority, as the country prepares for the 2030 FIFA World Cup amid mounting public frustration over unemployment and inadequate public services. The agreement, announced on October 12, brings together El Mansouri’s Authenticity and Modernity […]
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As Rwanda prepares to host Formula 1’s first African Grand Prix in nearly 40 years, the deal marks a significant moment for the continent’s place in global motorsport. However, the event has also raised accusations of sportswashing, with critics arguing that President Paul Kagame’s autocratic government could use the competition to improve its international image. […]
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In a homophobic culture, hard work, decency and good character count for nothing against the one trait the parents cannot stomach.
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