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AKO Caine Prize for African Writing 2024 Shortlist
AKO Caine Prize for African Writing Announces 2024 Shortlist

The five shortlisted stories were selected from a pool of 320 entries originating from 28…

Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza
In Conversation: Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza on Crafting His Island Prize Winning Manuscript, “Freelance”

“I’ve learned to be patient with myself and trust that the words will come eventually…”…

Weightlifting cover photo
African Weightlifting Contenders at the 2024 Paris Olympics: A Comprehensive Preview

In Olympic weightlifting, athletes compete based on weight classes and then by sex. This ensures…

Rebel Queen
Yemi Alade Releases New Album, “Rebel Queen”

Rebel Queen features 16 tracks with guest appearances from Angélique Kidjo, Ziggy Marley, Innoss’B, and…

Smile, Stranger
Smile, Stranger | Daniel Echezonachi Maxwell

You see a small river in which you are immersed for a baptism of resilience.…

With Difficulty Comes Ease
Korede Azeez’s “With Difficulty Comes Ease” Set to Debut on Amazon Prime Video on August 1st

With Difficulty Comes Ease will premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video on August 1st, 2024.…

Tai Solarin
30 Years Later: Tai Solarin is Still an Exemplary Educator and Ferocious Social Critic

Thirty years after his death, Tai Solarin’s imposing legacy endures. By Seyi Lasisi The year…

Onye Egwu
“Onye Egwu” Review: The Uche Jombo-Directed Film is a Near Miss

Onye Egwu feels like a missed opportunity to explore the complexities and triumphs of the…

Tekno
Tekno Releases Two-Track Pack, “Gon Gon” and “No Forget”

“Gon Gon” and “No Forget” were produced by Edgar Boi and Louddaaa.  By Hope Ibiale…

Lobola Man
“Lobola Man” Review: Thabang Moleya’s Romcom is a Breeding Ground of Cliches

Lobola Man is one of those films that are obsessively watched and swiftly forgotten. By…