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Features & Essays

The Power of Protest: When Challenging Bad Governance is Justified
BK Arena - Rwanda - Afrocritik
Will Rwanda Become the New Hub for Arts and Entertainment in East Africa?
Social Entrepreneurship in Africa: A Case of the Nigerian and Kenyan Social Enterprise Ecosystem - Afrocritik
Social Entrepreneurship in Africa: A Case of the Nigerian and Kenyan Social Enterprise Ecosystem
Mohbad - Afrocritik
Mohbad: Post-Death Fame, and the Postmodern Reality of the Tortured Artist
Tafadzwa Kurotwi - Eco-warriors in Africa protesting against climate change - Afrocritik
Eco-Warriors: Gen Zs in Africa Leading the Sustainability Movement
Black History Month - Afrocritik
Black History Month: 3 Inspirational Women Who Paved Way for Black Inclusivity

Interviews

Afropantheology and the Future of African Speculative Fiction: A Conversation with Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki
Akinlabi Ishola and Collins Okoh - Afrocritik
Portraying Familial Bonds in “A Tribe Called Judah”: In Conversation with Box Office Hit Screenwriters, Akinlabi Ishola and Collins Okoh
Perivi Katjavivi - Under the Hanging Tree - Afrocritik in Conversation
Filmmaker, Perivi Katjavivi, Signals a New Era with Namibia’s Oscars Debut, “Under the Hanging Tree”
DumomiTheJig - Afrocritik
“Every Day Presents Another Angle to Approach My Music”: DumomiTheJig, the Artiste in His Debut Year in the Music Scene
Joeboy 001 Cropped - Afrocritik
“When It Comes to Lovesongs, Nobody Can Touch Me”: Joeboy, in Conversation with Afrocritik
Wingonia Ikpi in an exclusive interview with Afrocritik
“I Learnt to Let the Story Lead”: Nigerian Filmmaker, Wingonia Ikpi, on Producing the Crime-Comedy, “Bank Alert”

Film & TV

10 African Movies to Watch for a Good Laugh
10 African Movies to Watch for a Good Laugh
“A Danfo Christmas” Review: Sebastian Ukwa is Committed to Telling Heartfelt Stories
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl
“On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” Review: Rungano Nyoni’s Award-Winning Sophomore Film Shatters Traditional Female Neglect
Everybody Loves Jenifa
“Everybody Loves Jenifa” Review: Funke Akindele’s Latest Film Is a Worthy Addition to the ‘Jenifa’ Franchise
African films list
Afrocritik’s 25 Remarkable African Films of 2024
Suspicion
“Suspicion” Review: Tosin Igho Explores African Spirituality from an Intriguing Perspective

Music

Don’t Hold Me Back
“Don’t Hold Me Back” Review: Liya’s Strength Shines in New EP
Synergy
BoyPee, Hyce & Brown Joel Find Their Rhythm on “Synergy”
OluwaMillar
In Conversation: OluwaMillar Talks “Agbalagbi”, Creativity, and Breaking Barriers
Black and White
“Black and White” Review: Terry Apala’s New Project Stretches Apala’s Sonic Possibilities
Afrocritik monthly spotlight valentine
Afrocritik’s Monthly Music Spotlight: January 2025
I Am The Blueprint
“I am the Blueprint” Review: Qing Madi’s Debut Album Explores R&B With Room to Grow

VIDEOS

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Books

Afropantheology and the Future of African Speculative Fiction: A Conversation with Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki
Little Rot - Akwaeke Emezi - Afrocritik
Akwaeke Emezi’s Latest Novel, “Little Rot” Set to Hit Shelves in 2024
Afrocritik's Anticipated African Books of 2024 (2)
Africa’s Most Anticipated Books of 2024
33 Remarkable African Short Stories in 2023
Afrocritik’s 33 Remarkable African Short Stories in 2023
18 Notable Essays From Nigeria in 2023
The Art of Attentiveness: A Review of “Through the Eye of a Needle: Art in a Time of Coronavirus” Essay Collection
The Art of Attentiveness: A Review of “Through the Eye of a Needle: Art in a Time of Coronavirus” Essay Collection

Culture

How The Igbos Get Around To Naming Their Children
Obi Cubana, “Igba Boy” And Igbo Communalism
Ọja, The Musical Instrument Which Mirrors Igbo Individuality and Spirituality
Asaba, The Nigerian City That Perfectly Illustrates The Importance Of Spending Power
Cancel Culture, The Cancer Threatening To Erode Artistic Freedom
How To Enjoy A Great Weekend With 2,000 Naira In Lagos

Fashion

AMVCA

2025 AMVCA: How the Stars Lit up the Night With Style

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AMVCA Cultural Day

10 Celebrities Who Slayed the 2025 AMVCA Cultural Day

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Met Gala
What Africa Wore to the Met Gala 2025: Fashion, Symbolism, and the Limits of Black Dandyism
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2025 Grammy
Bold, Regal, and Stylish: African Artistes at the 2025 Grammys
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Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week
10 African Fashion Events to Watch Out for in 2025
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Sports

ACCRA 2023: Mixed Martial Arts makes debut at African Games - Afrocritik
MMA Debut at the 2023 African Games: One Step Towards Achieving GAMMA’s Olympic Games Ambitions
All African Games 2023 - Afrocritik
African Games 2023: What Impact Has Hosting African Athletes for the First Time Had on Ghana?
Anthony Joshua - Francis Ngannou - Afrocritik
Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Francis Ngannou, Continues Path to Heavyweight Championship Title
Simidele Adeagbo: First-Ever African Athlete at the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation World Championship
The Never-Ending Upheavals of the Nigerian Basketball Federation
Wellington Jighere - Afrocritik
World Scrabble Champion, Wellington Jighere, is Putting Nigeria on the Global Sports Stage

Explainers

Fiction & Poetry

Two poems | Adesiyan Oluwapelumi
Praying in a Lawn | Ogah Friday David
There Is Nothing Christian about a Road | Enit’ayanfe Ayosojumi Akinsanya
Recrudescence | Ement Amaku
Self Portrait At Nineteen | Hassan Usman
A Calligraphy of Love & Sweet Memories