As Editor-in-Chief, Samson Jikeme will oversee Afrocritik’s editorial operations, guiding its coverage across music, film, literature, and the wider arts.
By Afrocritik’s Editorial Board
Afrocritik has announced that its Co-Founder and Creative Director, Samson Jikeme, has assumed the role of Editor-in-Chief, marking a new phase in the platform’s editorial leadership.
Samson Jikeme, who has been central to Afrocritik’s growth since its inception, steps into the position with a track record of shaping the publication’s creative direction and visual identity. His appointment signals a consolidation of the platform’s editorial and creative vision as it continues to expand its footprint within African cultural discourse.
As Editor-in-Chief, Jikeme will oversee Afrocritik’s editorial operations, guiding its coverage across music, film, literature, and the wider arts. He is expected to deepen the platform’s commitment to rigorous criticism, cultural documentation, and thought leadership, while strengthening its voice as a leading authority on African culture.
Since its founding, Afrocritik has established itself as a prominent platform for critical engagement with African art and storytelling, producing in-depth reviews, essays, and cultural commentary.
Under his leadership, the platform is poised to further refine its editorial direction and expand its role in shaping conversations around African creativity and its place in the world.