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Titan of African literature, Ngugi wa Thiong’o dies at 87

Titan of African literature, Ngugi wa Thiong’o dies at 87

Irrepressible force in Kenya and Africa’s literary community, Ngugi wa Thiong’o has died at 87. His work spanned roughly six decades, primarily documenting the transformation of his country – Kenya – from a colonial subject to a democracy. From his debut novel, Weep Not, Child (published May 1964) to his final works, Ngugi maintained a […]

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Titan of African literature, Ngugi wa Thiong’o dies at 87

Irrepressible force in Kenya and Africa’s literary community, Ngugi wa Thiong’o has died at 87. His work spanned roughly six decades, primarily documenting the transformation of his country – Kenya – from a colonial subject to a democracy. From his debut novel, Weep Not, Child (published May 1964) to his final works, Ngugi maintained a […]

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6 days ago

Titan of African literature, Ngugi wa Thiong’o dies at 87

These Laws are Infantilizing Nigerian Women

Women make up about half of Nigeria’s population, yet its laws do not reflect this fact. The continued existence of laws that directly whittle down the autonomy of women, compounded by failure to implement laws promoting women’s equality and the absence of institutional mechanisms promoting women’s rights (an inalienable, integral and indivisible part of universal […]

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2 weeks ago

These Laws are Infantilizing Nigerian Women

Behind the Box Office: A Guide to Film Distribution in Nollywood

The second largest film industry in the world after Hollywood, Nigeria’s vibrant film industry has experienced a steady rise between the 1990s and the 2000s, capturing global audiences and streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon. What started as a grassroots movement with low-budget productions has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry with a financial value of […]

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3 weeks ago

Behind the Box Office: A Guide to Film Distribution in Nollywood

Africa Makes Her Mark at the 2025 Met Gala

The 2025 Met Gala red carpet was a stunning showcase of fashion, with designers from all corners of the globe representing a diverse range of cultures and styles. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” goes hand-in-hand with The Met’s spring exhibition, celebrating the history of Black fashion and dandyism. Among the standout moments, African […]

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4 weeks ago

Africa Makes Her Mark at the 2025 Met Gala

Nigerian Ride-Hailing Union Demands Protection for App-Based Drivers

On the 1st of May 2025, the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transportation of Nigeria (AUATON) submitted a petition to the National Assembly accusing global ride hailing companies (Uber, Bolt and InDrive) of perpetuating corporate violence, alleging systematic worker misclassification and repeated acts of negligence leading to violent crimes against drivers. In the 14 page petition […]

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1 month ago

Nigerian Ride-Hailing Union Demands Protection for App-Based Drivers

Edenojie Returns With Emotionally Charged Single “See You Again”

Marking his first release since 2020’s Our Story, Edenojie makes a heartfelt return with a moving new single, See You Again — a soulful tribute exploring grief, healing, and hope. Raised in a musically gifted household, Edenojie has been heavily influenced by soulful, strong voices such as Kirk Franklin, Boyz II Men, Westlife, Michael Jackson, […]

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1 month ago

Edenojie Returns With Emotionally Charged Single “See You Again”
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