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Features & Essays

Nollywood’s Global Impact How Nigerian Films Are Captivating Audiences Worldwide - Afrocritik
Nollywood’s Global Impact: How Nigerian Films are Captivating Audiences Worldwide
OkadaBooks closes down - Afrcoritik
The “Crash” of OkadaBooks is a Call for Nigeria to Reflect on the State of Its Art Communities
Afrobeats
Six Sub-Genres Expanding the Diversity of Afrobeats
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Electric Vehicles (EVs): A Green Solution for Africa or More Environmental and Economic Quandaries?
Umuofia Arts and Books Festival - Afrocritik
Searching for New Philosophers at the Umuofia Arts and Books Festival 2023 (UmuofiaFest)
5g Connectivity - Africa's Journey to 5G and the Wealth of Opportunities It Brings- Afrocritik
New Generation Connectivity: Africa’s Journey to 5G and the Wealth of Opportunities It Brings

Interviews

Michael Omonua is Telling African Stories in the Language He Wants
On Writing a Prescient Film: Kayode Jegede, Co-writer of “Gangs of Lagos” in Conversation with Afrocritik
“‘Kaleidoscope’ was written differently from the way I had done other projects,” – Lindsey Abudei: In Conversation with Afrocritik
Esther Kemi Gbadamosi on Taking Nigerian Animated Films to Berlinale: in Conversation with Afrocritik
Leading Conversations on Inclusivity, Babatunde Apalowo Takes First Nigerian Queer Film to Berlinale
Leading Conversations on Inclusivity, Babatunde Apalowo Takes First Nigerian Queer Film to Berlinale
Josh Olaoluwa
From Marine Biology to Filmmaking: Josh Olaoluwa’s Unlikely Journey into Nollywood

Film & TV

The Moral High Court
“The Moral High Court” Review: Chisom Ifeakandu’s Film Puts Patriarchy on Trial
cinematographer-director
20 Prolific Cinematographer-Director Collaborations in Nollywood
Inside Job
“Inside Job” Review: Jacky Vike and Mammito Eunice Find Kenya’s Laugh Lines and Its Pain Points
Geoblocking
How Geoblocking and Cinema Scheduling Bias Undermine Distribution in Nollywood
My Mother Is a Witch
“My Mother Is a Witch” Review: Niyi Akinmolayan Explores Intergenerational Trauma in Provocative Drama
Red Circle
“Red Circle” Review: Akay Mason’s Energetic Thriller Delivers on Its Ambitions

Music

Spotlight
Afrocritik’s Weekly Music Spotlight: New Names
5ive
“5ive” Review: Davido Refines His Magic on Fifth Album
Barrystar Vol 1
“Barrystar Vol 1” Review: Barry Jhay Pays Homage to Barrister With a Soul-Stirring Debut Album
Spotlight
Afrocritik’s Weekly Music Spotlight: Refreshment
Reflection Station
“Reflection Station” Review: Tay Iwar Is Mastering His Craft on New EP
Iron Boy
“Iron Boy” Review: Black Sherif’s New Album Is a Raw Exploration of Success and Struggle

VIDEOS

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Books

Abubakar Adam Ibrahim’s “When We Were Fireflies” Examines the Primal Questions of Life and the Afterlife
”God’s Children Are Little Broken Things” Review: Arinze Ifeakandu’s Book Reveals the Silent Resilience of Queer Love in Nigeria
Emmanuel Iduma’s “I am Still With You” Contemplates War, Loss, and the Burden of Memory
Tunde Ososanya’s “Lagos, Life and Sexual Distraction” Captures Scenes of Tragedy and Sensuality
Chidiebube onye Okohia’s “Of Dark Tides and Darkling Times” is a Philosophical Exploration of Life
Ayòbámi Adébáyò’s “A Spell of Good Things” Sheds Light on Inequality in Modern Nigeria

Culture

Fashion

Grammy

2026 Grammy Awards: How African Celebrities Brought the Fashion Heat to the Red Carpet

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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 Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

Sports

Explainers

Fiction & Poetry