Features and Essays

Recognising Outstanding Achievements in Music: A Case for Film Music Categories in African Music Awards

Composing a film score takes special skill. A badly-composed film score can leave audiences feeling…

Are African Women Doing Away with the Conservatism Behind Pregnancy Concealing?

Women, as well as expectant mothers, are redefining preconceived notions on how they celebrate their…

Dear Nigerians, It is Time to Revive the Hip-Hop Culture

The media, the labels and Nigerian brands were the drivers of Nigerian consumer behaviour, and…

Are Millennial African Parents Less of a Pain than Generation X Parents?

Has much changed now that millennials (people currently between 26-41 years) are now parents themselves?…

Ten Musicians from Southeastern Nigeria to Watch out For

Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera  Southeastern Nigeria has contributed immensely to Nigeria’s music history. The region has…

Ten African Hairstyles That Made a Big Comeback to the World’s Fashion Industry

By Blessing Chinwendu Nwankwo Hair plays a major role in how people look. And especially…

Burna Boy’s MSG Performance, and the Gift That Keeps on Giving

Burna Boy has broken down doors that were locked, helping musicians believe that it is…

Eight Female-devoted Blogs Owned by Women in Africa and the Diaspora

…many feminists have given their voices on different platforms, especially online, on Twitter and other…

A Tribute to a Titan: Oba Lamidi Ọláyíwọlá Àtàndá Adéyẹmí (1938-2022)

One thing many knew about the Aláàfin was his deep love for beautiful women. Oba…

Blogging is Playing a Big Role in the Spread of Fake News in Africa

Between 2006 to 2011, the number of blogs globally grew from 35 million to 181…