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Afro-Pop/Soul Artiste, Nú Baby, Releases New Single, “Tampico”

With “Tampico,” the talented artiste offers listeners dance-inducing sounds with catchy lyrics. By Sybil Fekurumoh…

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Afrocritik Weekly Music Spotlight: Monthly Editorial Update  

By Yinoluwa Olowofoyeku Greetings to all our seasoned travelers. A warm hello to you, too,…

Marc Adebesin’s “Hustle” Set for Digital Release on Prime Video

Hustle explores Chichi’s internal conflict as she navigates her relationships and uncovers surprising truths. By…

Ouida Books Launches Phoenix Imprint for African Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers

The new imprint will publish new voices, and provide an opportunity for African science fiction…

Ebuka Njoku’s Film, “Yahoo+,” to Debut on Netflix

The film, inspired by Njoku’s experiences, explores the themes of love, friendship, desperation and the…

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Afrocritik Weekly Music Spotlight: Week 15

By Yinoluwa Olowofoyeku Salutations, fellow auditory travelers! Yet another week of sonic adventuring has elapsed,…

The AKO Caine Prize for African Writing Unveils 2023 Shortlist

This year’s contest marks significant milestones for the Caine Prize, with a joint submission and…

Orire Nwani’s “Love & Seclusion” Wins 2023 New York City Women’s Fund

The film, set to debut soon, is the only African film awarded in the fund’s…

South African Illustrator, Niki Daly, Receives 2023 Skipping Stones Award for “Fly High, Lolo”

The book, an 80-page juvenile fiction beautifully illustrated by Daly, follows the adventure stories of…

Lagos International Poetry Festival Calls for Submissions for Márọkọ Issue II

The journal is scheduled to launch on October 29th, 2023 at the Lagos International Poetry…