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Ewa Cole vs Funke Akindele Copyright Dispute: Exclusive Details as Court Hearing Begins

In an exclusive interview with Afrocritik, Ewa Cole’s team indicates a willingness to consider an…

African Filmmakers, Dolapo Adeleke and Voline Ogutu, Feature on MTV Staying Alive Foundation’s “In Bloom”

Their films Aféfé and Kifungo will premiere alongside Period, Alta, and Maré on BET in…

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“Four Daughters” Wins Best Documentary at the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards

The Tunisian documentary clinched the award over documentaries: Lina Soualem’s Bye Bye Tiberias, Joe Brewster…

Universal Music Group (UMG) Acquires Majority Stake in Mavin Global

Under the terms of the agreement, Mavin will retain autonomy over its creative direction and…

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Ayo Edebiri and Da’vine Joy Randolph Clinch Awards at the 2024 SAG Awards

Edebiri and Randolph won awards in the Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a…

Afritondo Unveils Longlist for Its 2024 Short Story Prize

15 writers from Nigeria, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Mauritius, South Africa, and Sierra Leone were longlisted.…

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Mati Diop’s Documentary, “Dahomey”, Wins Golden Bear for Best Film at the 74th Berlinale

Diop’s winning masterpiece delves into the thorny subject of Europe’s return of looted antiquities to…

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Grammy-nominated Artiste, Matt B, Releases New Music Video for “Shining”

According to Matt B, the music video is an ode to Black excellence. By Hope…

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Pan-African Animated Show, “Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire” Wins Big at the 2024 Annie Awards

The show’s final episode, “Enkai”, won an award in the Best Limited Series in the…

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Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Cord Jefferson, and Savanah Leaf Among 2024 BAFTA Winners

The BAFTA is an annual award ceremony created to recognise the best British and international…