Création Africa is the new digital platform connecting artists, designers, filmmakers, and more across Africa and France. From open calls to funding and training, it’s made for those building the culture.
4 days ago
A significant portion of Wizkid’s imminent HBO documentary Wizkid: Long Live Lagos is devoted to excavating the suffocating grief that arrived in the wake of his mother’s passing. As the documentary reveals, on the day of his historic show at the 60,000-capacity Tottenham Stadium, his mother, Morayo Balogun, was undergoing an emergency surgery. In clips […]
1 month ago
Tiwa Savage has built a longstanding musical career which has sparked conversation, created undeniable impact and redefined the meaning of a pop-star, in the context of African music.
1 month ago
The Yoruba people have a saying: “Sátídé ti ọ dà, àti Jímọ́h láti mọ́.” Although there are different iterations of this saying, what they loosely translate to is that tomorrow’s greatness is foreshadowed in the details of today. This often-recycled axiom captures my thoughts after watching the trailer for Akay Mason’s Red Circle which has […]
1 month ago
It is late in the evening when the story begins. We meet a young lady driving in a car, dressed in a puffed-up outfit, her face is adorned while returning from a party. Her car slows down when she sees something of interest on the road. She drops to confirm the corpse of Uncle Fred, […]
3 months ago
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We’re officially at the middle of the year (technically, we’re a smidge past the halfway mark), which is another way of saying we’re at yet another milestone from which we can retrospectively consider the year so far, taking stock of our achievements and lapses—everything from new year resolutions (for those who subscribe to this ritual), […]
11 hours ago
The third installation in the ‘Zikoko Life’ YouTube anthology, My Body, God’s Temple presents a tender, yet unflinching portrayal of a young marriage, carefully intertwining purity culture, societal expectations and bodily autonomy to deliver an intimate reflection on a woman’s right to fully know herself. Written and directed by Uzoamaka Power, the film is centered […]
12 hours ago
In a landmark moment for African entertainment, the world’s first dedicated Nollywood streaming platform KAVA was unveiled on July 24th 2025, ushering in a bold era for Nigeria’s film industry and for African creators everywhere. Nollywood is the second-largest film industry in the world, yet its stories have long been underrepresented on global platforms. As […]
4 days ago
In this context, food has become more than a necessity; it’s a weapon. Reports from outlets like HumAngle reveal that terrorist groups with heavy influence in the Northeast region use food to lure young boys into joining their groups.
4 days ago
Windsor, England may be thousands of miles away from Nigeria and other parts of Africa, but the mission of Access Bank UK Polo Day remains firmly rooted in the continent. Held at the prestigious Guards Polo Club, this year’s event once again blended high society, fine fashion, and the elegance of polo, reaching beyond glamour […]
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Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features actor and filmmaker, Iretiola Doyle. When we think about Nollywood personalities who, through their on-screen characters, have forged the image of the strong, […]
6 months ago
Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features make-up and special effects artist, Maryam Ndukwe. Maryam Ndukwe is fuelled by ambition, a trait she describes as hereditary. Growing up […]
1 week ago
Polygamy in Nigeria is more than a question of culture or faith. To grow up within its walls is to inherit a complex blend of love and silence, kinship and competition, belonging and betrayal. For some, it was a beautiful chaos: the laughter of half-siblings echoing across shared courtyards, a mother’s quiet resilience, the structure […]
2 weeks ago
Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features soundtrack composer and sound designer, Adam Songbird. Aluko Damilola (alias Adam Songbird) had a communal upbringing that exposed him to different […]
3 weeks ago
Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features actor and producer Ken Erics. Ken Erics, whose full name is Ekenedilichukwu Ugochukwu Eric Nwenweh, always knew he was meant for […]
4 weeks ago
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Nigerians are united in their exhibitionist and exaggerative tendencies. The cultural and social conditioning of the Nigerian society makes living a solitary and modest lifestyle impossible. Parties, even intimate ones, must be exaggerated, music must be chaotically high, clothes must carry markings of wealth even if said wearer isn’t wealthy. Thus, public display is celebrated […]
6 days ago
The third installation in the ‘Zikoko Life’ YouTube anthology, My Body, God’s Temple presents a tender, yet unflinching portrayal of a young marriage, carefully intertwining purity culture, societal expectations and bodily autonomy to deliver an intimate reflection on a woman’s right to fully know herself. Written and directed by Uzoamaka Power, the film is centered […]
12 hours ago
In a landmark moment for African entertainment, the world’s first dedicated Nollywood streaming platform KAVA was unveiled on July 24th 2025, ushering in a bold era for Nigeria’s film industry and for African creators everywhere. Nollywood is the second-largest film industry in the world, yet its stories have long been underrepresented on global platforms. As […]
4 days ago
It is indeed true that men are the biggest benefactors of the patriarchy but the privilege makes them oblivious to the noose it ties around their necks.
4 days ago
Something Sweet is the second short film in the recently released Zikoko Life anthology on YouTube. Written and directed by Dika Ofoma and produced by Blessing Uzzi, the film stars Michelle Dede as Ziora, a divorcée and single mother in her forties who falls in love with Leke (portrayed by Ogranya Jable Osai), a 28-year-old […]
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“Which line, let them bring it out, has had more impact than that like on Cast,” Odumodublvck asks in a radio interview with Beat 99.9FM’s Osi Suave. “Which Hip Hop song,” he continues, “has had more cultural impact, in the last 20 years? Brother in the history of Nigerian Hip Hop, no song has had […]
4 weeks ago
We’re officially at the middle of the year (technically, we’re a smidge past the halfway mark), which is another way of saying we’re at yet another milestone from which we can retrospectively consider the year so far, taking stock of our achievements and lapses—everything from new year resolutions (for those who subscribe to this ritual), […]
11 hours ago
What happens when one of the boldest spirits in the game teams up with one of Africa’s biggest music legends? You get a challenge that’s about to shake the culture and spotlight the next wave of stars. Introducing the Swift Remix Challenge, powered by Martell and Davido. This isn’t just another music challenge. It’s a […]
4 days ago
Fast-rising Nigerian Afropop artist Coblaze has unveiled his latest body of work, a deeply expressive 6-track EP titled ‘Piece Of Me’. Blending elements of Afrobeat, highlife, and indigenous rhythms, the project captures the artist’s emotional landscape and cultural identity with raw honesty and musical finesse. With production credits from industry talents LOL, 9fingers, Salamii, and […]
6 days ago
Nigerian Afropop sensation Guchi returns with a brand-new anthem, Your Type, the lead single off her forthcoming EP, No Skips, Just Feelings, out July 25, 2025. Produced by DSHO, the track is a vibrant dose of self-assurance, feminine energy, and fearless authenticity. Opening the project with a confident spark, Your Type is a celebration of the […]
2 weeks ago
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The 17th edition of The Headies was held on Sunday night and it came complete with the standard fare of problems. The production was characteristically abysmal. The broadcast feed could as well have been from the 1980s. Tardiness was a problem, as usual. It’s almost like the entire concept of time was lost on the […]
3 months ago
In this context, food has become more than a necessity; it’s a weapon. Reports from outlets like HumAngle reveal that terrorist groups with heavy influence in the Northeast region use food to lure young boys into joining their groups.
4 days ago
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has initiated a significant leadership reshuffle, replacing long-serving Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente with economist Justin Nsengiyumva and unveiling a new cabinet, marking a shift in the country’s executive leadership. Ngirente, who had previously served as Prime Minister since 2017, was dismissed on Wednesday, July 23. His successor, Justin Nsengiyumva, brings extensive […]
4 days ago
Zimbabwe’s ruling party, ZANU-PF, is reviving efforts to amend the national constitution to allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to run for a third term, despite earlier setbacks and the president’s repeated commitment to stepping down at the end of his current tenure in 2028. Mnangagwa, 81, recently reaffirmed his intention to retire at the end of […]
5 days ago
The suspended senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has vowed to drag the leadership of the Senate before the appellate court after she was barred from accessing the National Assembly complex on Tuesday. Fuming, the senator told journalists that she would consult her legal team immediately to kick-start the process, stressing that it […]
6 days ago
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Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them and their […]
2 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them and their […]
3 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them and their […]
3 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
6 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
6 months ago
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If you’re even moderately active on the social media platform called X, otherwise known as Twitter, you’d attest to the fact that for a while now the platform has felt different; more volatile; a mound of dry tinder ever poised to burst into flames. The platform has always had the reputation of functioning as a […]
5 months ago
South African pay-TV giant MultiChoice has launched its first mobile game, Shaka iLembe: Match Challenge, marking a move into the gaming space as it seeks new ways to hold onto viewers amid declining subscriptions and rising operational pressure across Africa. The new game, based on the popular South African TV series Shaka iLembe, is available […]
3 weeks ago
For decades, the art world has struggled with issues of provenance, authenticity, and transparency. Without trusted systems, collectors hesitate, artists lose income, and original African art becomes undervalued. If buyers can’t confirm who created a piece or where it came from, they’re unlikely to invest, hurting not just individual creatives but also threatening Africa’s cultural […]
4 weeks ago
In recent years, demands for the repatriation of looted African artifacts from Western countries have intensified, driven by growing global awareness of colonial-era injustices. Now, a new video game is offering players a chance to virtually engage with that struggle by staging digital heists to retrieve stolen treasures and return them to their rightful owners, […]
1 month ago
MultiChoice Uganda has rolled out a new “Ka Weekie” weekly subscription plan, a first for pay-TV in the country. Viewers can now access packages like DStv Compact for just UGX 37,000 per week, a lifeline for cash-strapped viewers who can’t afford a full month’s bill. Nigerian media reports that MultiChoice is testing similar weekly plans across Africa […]
1 month ago
